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.