Just because you don’t meet every requirement for a role doesn’t mean you should discount yourself from applying. If you are looking to move into a new role or industry, your existing experience and transferable skills may be more valuable than you realise.

If your business has a staffing need, you don’t have to wait for the “perfect” time to hire. Instead, look at what your business needs now and find the recruitment option that works for you.

You take the time to tailor your application, write a cover letter, address it correctly and send it on its way. Then…you…wait. A week turns into two, to three to four. If you’ve been applying for jobs but hearing nothing back, we explain what you can do to.

Referrals come in many shapes and forms, from word of mouth to a social review online. Referrals cost nothing yet are worth their weight in gold for marketing and driving business sales.

If you really want the job, take the time to think about potential interview questions, prepare some answers and practice them. This will help you to feel confident and prepared for your actual interview. Your recruiter will always set the scene for your interview and give you an idea of what to expect.

Recruitment is our passion at PN Personnel. For more than 30 years, we've been helping businesses find the right people through our extensive networks, proven recruitment processes and tailored recruitment solutions. We take a consultative approach, partnering with employers to deliver successful recruitment outcomes.

As recruiters, we read hundreds of cover letters. The ones that stand out are tailored to the role and provide genuine insight into the applicant. Generic letters that could be sent to any employer rarely leave a lasting impression. Learn how to create a cover letter to impress.

Need people for your projects? There are many benefits to engaging a specialist professional, and we have a range of talent currently available. We explain more in our latest blog.

Common Reasons for Career Gaps include parenting, caregiving, study, travel, redundancy, career change, volunteering, and personal development. Knowing the best way to explain these to a potential employer can greatly benefit your chances of gaining a new role.