Is job-searching in the UK as difficult as it is here in France?
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I was born in the UK and worked over there for some time. I moved to France 2 years ago and have been sending my CV relentlessly since. I have spoken French since the age of 6.
In the meantime, I've sent my CV to family members, friends, HR employees in France, and a paid service—all saying that it is suitable and that I should expect returns.
Out of the 100-odd applications, I have had a staggering 5 replies...
Out of those 5 replies, 2 cancelled my interview on the day. No explanation whatsoever.
Three interviews, no returns afterwards.
I'm becoming more and more desperate. I've applied for all kinds of jobs including supermarkets and fast-food. Nothing.
I've had people tell me that I might be over-qualified for those kinds of jobs, and I've had others say that recruiters worry that I won't be there for the long-term.
In the meantime, I've sent my CV to family members, friends, HR employees in France, and a paid service—all saying that it is suitable and that I should expect returns.
Out of the 100-odd applications, I have had a staggering 5 replies...
Out of those 5 replies, 2 cancelled my interview on the day. No explanation whatsoever.
Three interviews, no returns afterwards.
I'm becoming more and more desperate. I've applied for all kinds of jobs including supermarkets and fast-food. Nothing.
I've had people tell me that I might be over-qualified for those kinds of jobs, and I've had others say that recruiters worry that I won't be there for the long-term.
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by BarbuI was born in the UK and worked over there for some time. I moved to France 2 years ago and have been sending my CV relentlessly since. I have spoken French since the age of 6.
In the meantime, I've sent my CV to family members, friends, HR employees in France, and a paid service—all saying that it is suitable and that I should expect returns.
Out of the 100-odd applications, I have had a staggering 5 replies...
Out of those 5 replies, 2 cancelled my interview on the day. No explanation whatsoever.
Three interviews, no returns afterwards.
I'm becoming more and more desperate. I've applied for all kinds of jobs including supermarkets and fast-food. Nothing.
I've had people tell me that I might be over-qualified for those kinds of jobs, and I've had others say that recruiters worry that I won't be there for the long-term.
In the meantime, I've sent my CV to family members, friends, HR employees in France, and a paid service—all saying that it is suitable and that I should expect returns.
Out of the 100-odd applications, I have had a staggering 5 replies...
Out of those 5 replies, 2 cancelled my interview on the day. No explanation whatsoever.
Three interviews, no returns afterwards.
I'm becoming more and more desperate. I've applied for all kinds of jobs including supermarkets and fast-food. Nothing.
I've had people tell me that I might be over-qualified for those kinds of jobs, and I've had others say that recruiters worry that I won't be there for the long-term.
First of all, learn the more niche places where jobs are advertised. If you use the large jobs sites like Indeed, LinkedIn etc, then you just put yourself up against thousands in competition, an you want to get that down to tens of comparators, especially early in a career where you have nothing/less to make you stand out.
Then, it's always quality over quantity. Make fewer applications, but tailor them specifically to the skills the employer is asking for. That sort of care and attention stands out, even if your experience isn't actually that much stronger than other applicants.
The style of CV and the recruitment process in different countries tends to vary though, so I can't give France specific advice. The above will improve your chances in the UK.
Your stats are pretty standard for generic, entry level application in the UK though.
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