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Customer Service Advisor
Permanent / Newcastle-under-Lyme
Customer Service AdvisorFull Time Monday - Friday 37.5 hours a week Gleeson Recruitment are working with a fabulous client based in the heart of Newcastle-under-Lyme! Our client is a professional services client who is looking to recruit a Customer Service Advisor to support the reception team with their switchboard. About You- Excellent telephone manner-Polite, professional and positive -Experience working in a customer service role -Experience working on a switchboard/telephonist role is desirable Whats in it for you?Working for a growing company Strong team ethic Excellent working environment Great benefit packageNo weekend work Please apply today to find out more about the role! Our client is looking for someone to start asap.*Customer Service Advisor* Customer Service Advisor* *Customer Service Advisor* By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
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Executive Assistant
Permanent / Burton-on-Trent
Executive Assistant Full Time Do you have experience working in an EA role? Looking for a new challenge?Gleeson Recruitment Group are recruiting for an Executive Assistant to join a company based in Burton on Trent. We are looking for a driven and committed Executive Assistant to support a busy team and someone who is passionate about adding value! About You - You will have experience of managing multiple projects- Extensive diary management experience- Previous EA experience in a busy role For more information on this role, please apply today or send your CVBy applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
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HR Administrator
Permanent / Burton-on-Trent
HR AdministratorBurton on TrentFull Time 9- 5pmGleeson Recruitment Group are recruiting for a HR Administrator to support a business based in Burton on Trent. This is an exciting role for someone who is strong administrator with an interest in HR! No HR experience is needed for this role but it would be desirable. The Role Supporting on all HR adminManaging new starter processesMonitoring the HR inbox General HR administration supportPayroll supportIdeal CandidateExperience working in a busy administrator role or HR position Passionate about adding value to our clients teamExcellent attention to detail Strong IT skills Interest in HR*HR Administrator* *HR Administrator* *HR Administrator* By applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
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Client Services/Front of House
Permanent / Birmingham
Client Services/Front of HouseMonday - Friday - 37.5 hours NO WEEKEND WORKLocation: Birmingham City Centre Client Services/Front of HouseDo you have hospitality experience or experience working in a hotel?Are you looking for a role which doesn't require you to work weekends?Interested in working for a brand new office space? If so.. this is a brilliant role for you! Gleeson Recruitment Group are working in partnership with a fabulous law firm based in the heart of Birmingham City Centre! The RoleCovering the reception area when requiredCoordinating lunches, breakfasts and dinnersAssisting internal eventsManaging the dishwasher and kitchen areaOrdering all stockManaging meeting rooms to a high standardAssist with all travel/ hotel bookingsLiaise with all external caterersIdeal CandidateExperience working in a hotel experience/cabin crew or front of house roleHappy to support with facilities dutiesPresentable, polite and warmExcellent attitude to workFlexibility with shift patternsIf you feel you could be suitable for this role, please apply today! I would love to hear from you. Hospitality Client Services/Front of House Client Services/Front of HouseBy applying you will be registered as a candidate with Gleeson Recruitment Limited. Our Privacy Policy is available on our website and explains how we will use your data.
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From Small Talk To Big Opportunities: How To Network When You Don’t Know Anyone
We’re constantly being told how important networking is for our careers. That it’s the best way to make new industry connections, forge relationships, swap ideas – perhaps even get a new job or meet your next hire. However, while this is all undoubtedly true, networking when you don’t know anyone else in the room can still be daunting even for the flutteriest of social butterflies. In fact, research from LinkedIn shows that although 80% of professionals agree that networking is essential for professional success, one-third struggle with knowing what to say when making those all-important connections.How Do I Start Networking, Anyway?‘Networking’ can mean different things to different people. You might choose to conduct your networking online, making connections on professional platforms like LinkedIn and getting involved in the conversation (and if that’s the type of networking you’re after, you’ll be better off browsing our guide to building a personal brand on LinkedIn.) However, for most people, networking means getting out and about in the real world meeting other faces in your industry. If you’re just starting out in your career or you simply don’t know many people, this is easier said than done. Here’s a few tips to get started:Check industry publications or websites for upcoming eventsReach out to people you admire in your industry on LinkedIn to ask if they know of any events in your areaJoin professional organisations for your industry – that way you’ll receive newsletters and be invited to meetups and conferencesFollow hashtags relevant to your industry on LinkedIn and other social networks, so you can be the first to know when a relevant networking opportunity arisesJoin online groups and communities dedicated to your line of work, so you’ll get the chance to be involved in events as they’re being planned.Networking In-Person: Six Simple Tips To Curb The AwkwardnessOkay, you’ve found the event you want to attend, and you’ve worked up the nerve to actually go there. Now, let’s take a look at how to navigate networking alone.1. Do some prep beforehandMost of the time when you register to attend an event online, you’ll be able to see a list of other people who’ve also accepted the invitation. It’s a nice idea to add some of these people to your connections on LinkedIn beforehand, mentioning that you noticed you’re both attending the same event and you’d love to have them in your network. That way, when you see them, they’ll probably already know who you are, and it’ll be easier to strike up conversation.2. Look for other people who might be aloneThe easiest people to talk to at a party are those who feel as lost as you do, and the same goes for networking events. Look out for people who might be wandering about looking at the pictures on the wall, gazing out of the window, or standing tentatively in the corner. These people will likely welcome your advances, and chatting to them will be a great way to warm up!3. Just say ‘hello’I know it sounds awkward, and simply walking up to a stranger and saying hello is an introvert’s worst nightmare, but a networking event is exactly the type of environment where people will expect you to introduce yourself. A quick, ‘Hi there, my name’s so-and-so and I work for XYZ’ with an outstretched hand should be enough to prompt further conversation about your job or industry. Alternatively, while you’re waiting in line to get your name tag, why not tell the person next to you how much you’re looking forward to the event? Practising a few opening lines in the mirror before the event is a good idea, too.4. Prepare a few conversation startersThe great thing about networking events is that you already know you have at least one thing in common with everyone else in the room – you’re all at the same event for (presumably) similar reasons, and you’ll all be watching the same speakers. This makes it really easy to strike up some conversation about how the day’s going, or about your industry.Networking Conversation Starters‘What did you think of the keynote speaker?’‘Is it your first time at an event like this?’‘What brings you here today?’‘What are you most looking forward to this afternoon?’‘How long have you been in (your sector)?’‘Have you prepared any questions for the speakers?’‘I really loved what the speaker said about XYZ. What did you think?’Alternatively, you may wish to keep things a little more casual, especially if you’re looking to build informal relationships. For example, after you’ve warmed up with a few introductions, you might ask:‘What does a typical working day look like for you?’‘What do you like the most/least about your job?’‘What made you choose this career?’‘What’s the best piece of advice you’ve received in your career so far?’5. If in doubt, head for the barWhether you’re a drinker or not, the bar is another great place to make connections. Maybe you spot someone who’s ordering the same drink, wearing nice shoes, or looking as nervous as you; either way, it’s another opportunity to strike up conversation without it feeling awkward or forced.6. Remember to follow up afterwards, and connect on LinkedIn!Make a mental note of people you meet at the event and what you talked about so you can drop them a note afterwards to say how much you enjoyed chatting with them, and send them a LinkedIn connection request. If you run in the same professional circles, chances are you’ll meet them at another event in the future, and you’ll be able to pick up where you left off.Ultimately, it’s important to remember that networking is just like any other skill in life: the more you practise, the easier it will become. It might seem like everyone knows everyone and you’re the odd one out, but even the most savvy networkers were nervous outsiders at one point. With a bit of preparation beforehand, a pinch of confidence and a dash of perseverance, you’ll be a networking ninja in no time!Ready for a new career challenge? We've hundreds of positions available in industries such as accountancy, human resources, marketing and digital, IT, and many more. Alternatively, you can search all our positions here, or register with us.