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FREE but registration essentialJoin our panel of experienced alumni working in the talent acquisition and recruitment industry as they share their wisdom on practical topics. For the first webinar in this series, panellists will discuss how to prepare for and succeed in job interviews.
Preparing for and succeeding in job interviews
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Panel Lead:
Tom McGruther
Director at Edison Talent
Tom is the Director of Edison Talent, a Brisbane based IT recruitment company that specialises in Software Development, Leadership and Strategy. After finishing an IT Degree in Data Communications from QUT, Tom moved into Network Administration and then into IT Recruitment. He now runs a team of approximately 25 consultants nationally who work across everything from finance, security, mining, bitcoin and weapons tech.
Job interview tip: I’ve always believed in understanding the company and the people who work there. Do your research on Linkedin. Spend the time to find out who your interviewers are, add them on Linkedin prior. Google the company and see what announcements have recently been made. You’ll find great things to talk about and possibly people you both know. Ultimately you’ll have conversations that are much more in depth and as a result you’ll leave a lasting impression as the candidate who did their research and is a better fit. And if you don’t have a Linkedin profile yet, make one today.
Panel Members:
Natalie Leighton
Talent Acquisition Partner | Risk Management at Commonwealth Bank
Natalie is a results focused Talent Acquisition professional, passionate about engaging with diverse talent to meet the changing nature of workforce needs. As part of the Talent Acquisition Team at Commonwealth Bank, Natalie is accountable for the strategic and operational execution of all Talent Acquisition across the Risk Management Business. Outside of work, Nat enjoys all things food and wine, reading a good book and getting outdoors.
Common job seeker mistake: Being unprepared. Often we see hundreds of applications for graduate/entry level roles, and it can be really difficult to secure an interview. If you turn up and don’t have a clear understanding of the role or business that you have applied for, it can be difficult to demonstrate your suitability and stand out in the crowd.
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Melina Saunders
Talent Resourcing Partner at Bupa
Melina’s a talent management and recruitment specialist with a passion for values-led practice and all things ongoing learning. She’s been fortunate to have many incredible mentors - both at Uni and in the workforce, and has worked across non-profit, corporate and the government sector. Currently she’s partnering with Bupa Health Services nationally to find, engage and onboard world-class talent.
How to make a great first impression: Authenticity is key. Most people want to connect - it’s part of what makes us people and we can very quickly tell if someone is not being genuine and genuinely trying to connect. But adjust your communication and approach to your audience. listen, ask questions and remember you don’t have to know everything - but you do need to show a willingness to learn, or moreso, a passion to want to!
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