If you are looking for a new job at the moment, there are a few more things that you need to consider to make sure you make the right move.
Are you looking for progression?
Nearly everyone wants to progress in their chosen career path, but accepting a job on title alone may not be the right thing to do long term.
Making you attractive to the employer?
Ask most HR and recruitment personnel and they will tell you recruiting and training a new employee can be expensive and time consuming. They have to assess the candidates they have to be sure that have someone with the skills, right attitude and who will show longevity with their business.
So, what should you think about when looking for the next job?
Money – the thing most people move for right? Wrong!
Yes this is important as everyone needs to live; however have you considered what the job is worth? You can look at similar jobs advertised in the area or use a salary checker like the one we have on CareersBank.com:
http://www.careersbank.com/jobs-resources/calculate-your-salary/
You may also want to research into added incentives the company runs, when you perform to an exceptionally high standard. Avoid asking salary related questions in the first stage interview. It does not create a great initial impression.
People
If you are in full time work you may find that you are spending a lot of time with fellow employees and managers. It may be worth asking at interview
- What the line manager and co-workers will expect from you?
- Who you may be managing?
- Areas in which the team excels already and needs improvement in?
Live to Work / Work to Live?
Consider – and be very realistic:
- How much time will the job take to complete properly,
- What sort of hours will you be working?
- Can you commute with relative ease in a reasonable time frame?
- Is it practical?
The Company
Do some research into the company. Knowing where they originated from will help in your interview, but the research you do will also indicate where they are moving to.
Are they offering the prospects you are looking for, will you have a future with them and development?
If you can demonstrate knowledge, commitment and thought about the role – all show you are potentially a great candidate to invest all that time and money into! Making you look more like the sound investment they may be looking for.