Julie's Profile

The third profile is from our Consultant Julie. She manages to be both practical and utterly mischevious.

How did you begin your career in Human Resources?
I actually came into Integrity for a personal assistant role and met the directors who sold me on the job.
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What inspired you to become a TalentWax Consultant?
I’d like to impart the knowledge that I have from my experiences through recruiting and be able to give candidates the upper hand and edge over other people in the job market.
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What do you believe are the main differences between TalentWax and other career support services?
It’s not a numbers game for us!!We care... and we work really closely, one on one with our candidates to make sure they take away as much knowledge as we can give.

What do you think are the main challenges facing job hunters at present?
The numbers of applicants in the market is at a high and being able to sell themselves ahead of the rest is a skill that needs constant work.
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What elements of the job application process do you think are commonly mishandled among candidates?
Resume preparation and interviewing techniques.
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What advice would you have for those people who could improve in these areas? Resumes are key to securing a phone or face to face interview so making sure that you sell your self in the best possible way is critical to being taken seriously. I’d also mention to be yourself in an interview but be professional with it…
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When you have been a job candidate, how have you kept your nerves under control?
By preparing and researching before my interview. I research not only the job and the company I’m seeing but I also have a think about how I can contribute to that company and draw on past experiences as examples. I also make sure I know where I’m going so have a street directory on hand and I always make sure I’m there 15mins before my interview and am fresh and not panicking from running from the car as I took a wrong turn.
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What else has worked for you in the past as a candidate?
I think candidates need to present themselves to the best of their ability and that involves dressing the part. I think wearing a suit to an interview shows that you mean business and that you take the role very seriously. Dressing inappropriately or too casual sometimes comes across as not really caring either way.
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What is your perception of the recruitment industry at present?
It’s a tough market. There are lots of candidates and people need to stand out from the crowd (in a good way) to be noticed.
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How do you believe candidates should manage relationships with recruiters?
I think by keeping in regular contact by way of phone, email or sms is paramount so to keep you fresh in the agencies' mind.
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What do you find most rewarding about delivering TalentWax?
Seeing the end results that a little bit of insider information and tips can make to candidates chances of securing a successful role.
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What would you most like to achieve as a TalentWax consultant?
To see candidates grow into successful people from the knowledge I’ve been able to share.
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What does success mean to you?
I enjoy achieving goals, even if they are just small personal goals. Success is rewarding in all aspects.
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What do you like doing in your spare time?
I enjoy traveling and experiencing different cultures and cuisines. I like reading and spending time walking my dogs, Oscar and Pumpkin.
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What are you passionate about?
I’m passionate about building great friendships, whether that is with my friends or candidates or clients. I love meeting new people.
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What is the best compliment you’ve ever received?
A simple “Thanks” from candidates or clients is really all I need… then I know I’ve done a good job.
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What is your greatest personal achievement?
Building my own home and keeping my sanity at the same time.
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Which famous person would you like to be stuck in a lift with?
Sean Connery - he’s gorgeous and has a great accent that I could listen to for hours.
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What’s your favourite book?
I love anything written by Wilbur Smith or Bryce Courtney.
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What are you focused on learning more about this year?
I’d really like to take up another hobby, maybe floristry or maybe just how to be a bit handier around the house if things need fixing.
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