But there are entry level HR positions in larger organisations in the public and private sector, where you would work with a team of other HR staff.
Alternatively, there are a number of HR consultancies that have entry level positions, working in project teams on HR related initiatives.
I would suggest that you look for a role in one of these HR teams, as a way to gaining HR experience that would open up other opportunities for you.
In your CV and application you should stress the blend of skills that you present in your letter, as the combination of good communication skills, coaching and your qualifications should be very attractive.
Q. I would like to give you a little positive feedback on the columns in each Saturday's Weekend Herald on employment matters.
A recent series on interview protocol came at exactly the right time for me, as if you knew week by week just where I was up to as I went through the process myself!
The good news is that with your advice in the back of my mind, I have just been offered a new job (I'm a 55-year-old female), so would like you and other readers to know you are spot on, and older readers should take heart.
A. Congratulations - that's great news. Interviews can be intimidating if you haven't had to do them recently. I'm glad the suggestions helped you tackle this part of the process and win through to successfully gaining the position.
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