If you’ve ever applied for a job online, the chances are you’ve been filtered by an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) before a single human eye has even glanced at your application.

In our previous blog, we looked at what Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are and how they have become central to the job-hunting world. In this blog, we show you how to make them work to your advantage and increase your chances of getting to the interview stage.

Making your CV relevant, attractive, comprehensible and easy to scan is key to getting the interview you deserve. How can you make sure it fits the lock?

Applying for a job has become a serious science in these technological days. Every aspect of your application needs to be carefully planned and tailored for the job you are hoping to win. You won’t be surprised to know, then, that people have even done research on the best time to send in your CV.

People ask lots of questions about cover letters. Why do I need a cover letter if I’ve said everything in my CV? How do I write a good cover letter? What are keywords in cover letters and why do I need them?

It’s finally happened. You’ve secured that interview and you’re now at the crucial stage in your search for a new job. But how are you going to make sure you don’t blow it now?Here are our tips to help you make sure the job interview goes well. Some of them might surprise you.

It seems to be cut and dried: you stand more chance of getting a job if you already have one. There’s a lot of anecdotal and statistical evidence to believe it’s harder to get a job when you’re unemployed. But being out of work needn’t be the end of the world for your career chances. In fact, it can actually be an advantage.