How to get Graduate job in HR and recruitment?

Finding a job in HR can be tricky, since human resources tends to be just a small part of an organisation’s business. There are a few human resources graduate training schemes, which tend to form part of a large intake of graduates into various areas of a large organisation. If this appeals to you, target your applications to organisations or sectors that interest you – but be aware that there will probably be only one or two entry-level positions with employers.
What qualifications and skills do I need to work in human resources and recruitment?
You need to be a certain type of person to work in human resources and it’s essential to have the right skills. That’s not to say that qualifications aren’t required – it’s a competitive area so it helps to have a good degree, in any discipline.
Useful skills for a career in HR and recruitment include:

  • excellent interpersonal skills such as empathy, sensitivity, tact and discretion
  • the ability to get on with a range of people and work well in a team
  • strong organisational and administrative skills
  • good time management
  • flexibility
  • IT skills, particularly if you’re interested in training, much of which is done on computers
  • numeracy, financial skills and budgetary control.

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