Present your experience
Write a clear CV that shows what you have done and where you can contribute.
Read the guideYOUR NEXT CHAPTER
Make room for what comes next.
Your experience, ambitions and circumstances all matter. Take a considered next step with practical guidance for your job search.
FIND YOUR NEXT OPPORTUNITY
A role that fits the direction you’re going.
Epitome works across permanent, contract and temporary recruitment. Email our team about current opportunities and how to apply.
Ask about opportunitiesOpens your email app. Tell us the kind of role you are looking for and check current availability with the team.
Before you apply
- Check the responsibilities, location and work arrangement.
- Match your CV to the experience the role actually needs.
- Make your contact details and availability easy to find.
- Use the application channel shown on the original vacancy.
PRACTICAL CAREER GUIDANCE
A little preparation.
A more confident move.
Prepare for the conversation
Choose useful examples, research the role and plan the questions you need answered.
Read the guideMake a considered decision
Look at the role, work arrangement, package and written terms together.
Read the guideStart with purpose
Build relationships and clarify priorities during your first month.
Read the guideWORKING WITH A RECRUITMENT AGENCY
Make your experience easy to understand.
A useful recruiter conversation connects your experience with the responsibilities of a particular role. Prepare a clear account of the work you have done, the contribution you made and the kind of opportunity you want next. You do not need to turn every answer into a sales pitch; specific examples are easier to assess than broad claims.
Be open about practical requirements such as location, working arrangements and availability. If a vacancy interests you, ask what is known about the team, the process and the next step. Keep a record of the roles discussed and confirm the position before agreeing to be represented for it.
Prepare for a recruiter conversationBring examples you can explain
Choose a few pieces of work that show your relevant skills. Describe the situation, your responsibility and the decisions you made. Protect confidential information from previous employers; an anonymised explanation can still make your contribution clear.
Ask about the full opportunity
Look beyond the title. Clarify responsibilities, reporting lines, working patterns and what the business needs the appointment to achieve. Ask how interviews and any assessments will work so you can prepare properly.
Keep communication accurate
Use consistent dates, job titles and qualification details across your CV and applications. Let the recruiter know if your availability or priorities change. Follow the application instructions on the original vacancy and keep copies of the information you submit.
YOUR JOB SEARCH QUESTIONS
Clarity for your next step.
Where should I apply for a vacancy?
Email info@epitomepeopleplacements.com to ask about current opportunities, or use the application channel on an original verified vacancy listing. Check the role title and requirements before applying. This website does not accept or store CV uploads.
What if I do not meet every listed requirement?
Read the advert carefully to distinguish essential requirements from preferences. If you have relevant transferable experience, explain it with specific examples and be clear about any gaps. Do not change qualifications, dates or responsibilities to appear to meet a requirement you do not hold.
How should I discuss a career gap?
Give an accurate, concise account of your timeline and focus on your readiness for the role. You can explain relevant learning, projects or other responsibilities without sharing private personal details unnecessarily. Keep dates consistent and prepare to discuss how your experience connects with the opportunity.
Does speaking to a recruiter guarantee an interview?
No. Progress depends on the requirements of a vacancy, the information available and the employer’s assessment and decisions. Ask what the next step is for the particular role being discussed, continue managing your own applications and keep your job search records up to date.
KEEP YOUR SEARCH SAFE
Pause if something doesn’t feel right.
Check the identity of anyone contacting you about a role. Be cautious about requests for payments or sensitive documents before you have verified the opportunity.
Recognise recruitment scam warning signs