Free online event
How to write an outstanding application in the UK Civil Service
Exclusive for Public Servants & Policymakers
Tuesday, Dec 8, 2020
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- What hiring managers look for in written applications
- How to read job descriptions to find out what to highlight in your application
- How to structure your personal statement in a clear and logical way
- How to make your personality shine through your written application
Speakers
A well-written job application is often the key to getting a hiring manager’s attention – and a truly memorable written application will keep it.
Writing a concise and clear personal statement, a standout CV, and compelling answers to competency-based questions can help you stand out in a pool of applicants and get to the next stage of the hiring process.
Watch this free online workshop with experienced public servants and HR professionals to learn how to write an outstanding job application in the UK Civil Service. You’ll learn what hiring managers look for in written applications, and get top tips for making your application stand out.
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Speakers
Darren Weeks
Talent & Recruitment Partner at the Office for National Statistics
United Kingdom
Kate Skowronska
Deputy Director of People Solutions at the Office for National Statistics
Richard Hillsdon
Dods Associate and Lead on Success Profiles Training
United Kingdom
Gareth Dixon
Recruitment professional for HMRC
Darren Weeks, Talent & Recruitment Partner at the Office for National Statistics. Darren has worked in the recruitment industry for over a decade, and has seen both the agency side and internal recruitment side of the role. He currently manages the Talent Attraction team at the Office for National Statistics, where he works with hiring managers and recruiters to build pipelines of talent for critical roles, attract and support candidates through the application process, and manage the development of our employer brand.
