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My recruitment journey was a rollercoaster. When I was in my final year of university, I was so certain that I wanted a job lined up for when I leave university. Therefore, I began applying 8 months in advance. Although it sounds like I was prepared, I wasn't prepared for rejection. I used to apply to roles whereby all the duties and responsibilities would fit perfectly, but the reality is that the employee market is so competitive. I received hundreds of rejections where I put my heart and soul into job applications. My advice is therefore simple, never take rejection seriously. Go with the flow, take feedback on board. This enhances your interview skills. You develop as an individual. Through constant rejection, you will land your dream role. Most importantly, do not undermine yourself throughout the recruitment process. Keep going with utmost motivation.
Career path
Retail Assistant
Phoenix Group
From 08/2018 to 04/2020PPE Coordinator
Phoenix Group
From 04/2020 to 09/2020Business Development Analyst
Phoenix Group
From 09/2020 to 09/2021Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
Each day and week are completely different. When I first began the role, I was working on data analysis of customer demand on spikes. Now I am fully immersed into the team. I have the opportunity to work with senior managers on a daily basis and assist with Power BI reports. As the work is customer-driven, you feel like you are adding value to the team and the wider company.
Greatest achievements
Achieving a first-class honours degree was a huge achievement. I constantly doubted myself when I would encounter difficult modules. But I remained motivated and stuck with it. I formed revision and study plans, I made the impossible, possible. I even suffered close bereavements and my brother got married 3 days before my final year exams. But I did not let this set me back. I remained productive and focused, and by doing so I was able to achieve this amazing grade.
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Grainne M
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I was once told your network is not everyone you know but instead everyone you have helped as these are the people who are likely to help you when need be. This was excellent advice. Always help others when you have the capacity to do so, of course your day job still must be done also which is where this can get challenging but also doable! It is often tasks outside of my job description I find rewarding. On top of this it is great for both personal and career development to work across different functions when given the opportunity.
Tim B
Programme Director
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Notice how you feel about what you're doing and about how you're doing it. If it feels right then stick with it... if not adjust, notice how you feel and keep adjusting until it feels right.
Josh R
Senior Accountant
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The key advice I have given to all applicants and new starters is that Phoenix is a company where your opportunities are significant and plentiful. The key to capitalising on this is to be proactive, take the time to understand and reflect on your goals and achievements and communicate openly and honestly with the team around you about how you want to progress/operate within the business. The business can be fast paced and although all the resources and help are made available, it is incredibly important to make yourself accountable and seek the information you need for yourself. People are always willing to support you here but have respect for those who have taken the time to consider their requirements carefully and actively seek support before it becomes a critical requirement.
