Writing a good application is essential to your job search! Whether it’s a CV, cover letter, essay or form an application is key to landing your next job. A well-written, relevant application will help you to stand out from the crowd and show an employer that you’re a great fit for the job! Here are 7 ways to write an effective application…

A cover letter can make a big difference to the success of your application. Your letter is a great opportunity to write about skills and experiences you’ve missed in your CV without exceeding the word count. A persuasive cover letter can make a big difference to your application. Here are 10 dos and don’ts to help you write an effective cover letter!

Interviews can be very stressful with nerves running high. It’s really important to try and stay calm to ensure you give a good first impression and answer questions effectively. Here are our top 5 tips to beat interview nerves!

There is a lot of competition when you’re applying for a job, with hundreds of people applying for one role it’s really important to stand out from the crowd. A well written, easy to read CV can have a big impact on your application and can help you to secure your next role. Here are 6 simple ways to make your CV stand out!

Job descriptions are a really useful tool to help you perfect a job application. It will outline the skills and qualities an employer is looking for and act as a guide to help you write a relevant and high quality application! Here are 6 ways to use a job description to your advantage…

Developing your personal brand is a great way to help you improve your career prospects. Your personal brand is the way in which you present and market yourself to others, from friends and family to clients and colleagues. Building up a positive reputation will help you appear more attractive to an employer and increase your employment opportunities. Here are 9 ways to improve your personal brand and give your career a boost…

Staying organised is key to a successful job search, knowing what you’ve applied for and when will save you a lot of time, reduce stress and help you stay focused throughout your search. Here are 5 ways to stay organised during your job search!

We’ve been super busy here at Baxter Personnel and are now looking to add eight Recruitment Sales Consultants to join our team at the Head Office in Darlington. We are hosting an Assessment Day for driven and success-hungry individuals who have an interest in sales and recruitment industry.

Your CV is one of the most important elements of a job application so it’s important to get it right. Long paragraphs, complex designs and irrelevant skills and experiences will have a negative impact on your job application and could be harming your prospects. Here are 7 ways to format your CV to help you land your next job…

On 6th April 2018 the minimum contribution for automatic enrolment will increase. This could mean a change in the total you’re contributing to your pension. These changes aim to help ensure that all workers have a sufficient pension when they retire with minimum contributions set to increase to 8% by 2019. Here is what you need to know about these changes…