The Job Brief - Returning to Work

Are you thinking of returning to work? Do you have experience in administration?

This is a great time for those who are thinking of returning to work in Wellington to take advantage of the increase in business around elections and the general demand for skilled administrators.

If you have been out of the workforce for some time, preparing to break back in can be a very daunting task. However, the truth is that it doesn’t need to be!

The very first step is to start by talking to those around you about what options could look like for you. You may find that your whanau/family can spot skills that you may have that you haven’t thought of, or be able to clearly see what hours and working arrangements would work for your situation. You will need to make sure that you have worked out child care arrangements (if applicable) before you start to engage with potential employers.

1. Make sure that your CV is up to date. The preferred formatting for CVs may have changed  since you last applied for a job, so it would be worth checking out our advice on preparing a CV here and our template here.

2. Network with friends and other contacts that are in the workforce, and ensure that you have a current LinkedIn profile. Reconnect with previous employers and contact those that could act as referees.

3. Write a plan and goals for your career, so that you can determine which roles are going to take you in the direction that you would like to go.

4. Prepare for interviews and take any opportunities to practise. We have information to help you interview with confidence available here.

Undertaking refresher courses, and making the most of work experience opportunities, are other ways in which you can help yourself become more employable. If you have great skills and experience, then temping could also be a wonderful way to ease back into the workforce.