Day: 5 November 2025

Looking for a job can be tricky, but your CV and cover letter are like your superheroes in this quest. They help you stand out and grab that dream job. Let’s break down how to make them really shine, even if you’re just starting out.

Making Your CV Awesome:

Customise for Each Job:
Your CV shouldn’t be the same for every job. Tailor it to match what the employer is looking for. This shows you’ve paid attention and are a good fit.

Show What You Achieved:
Instead of just listing your duties, talk about what you achieved. Did you save money, make more sales, or complete a big project? Numbers make your CV more interesting.

Keep It Simple and Neat:
Make your CV easy to read. Use bullet points and keep things neat. Put the important stuff where it’s easy to see, like your skills and accomplishments.

Introduce Yourself Well:
Write a short intro at the beginning of your CV. Share your career goals, what you’re good at, and why you’re a great fit for the job.

Share Your Learning:
If you’ve taken any courses or learned new things, mention them. It shows you’re always trying to get better at what you do.

Writing a Standout Cover Letter:

Tell Your Story:
Your cover letter is like a mini-story about you. Share stories that show you love the work and connect with the employer. Make them remember you.

Be Yourself:
Don’t sound like a robot. Be yourself in your cover letter. Show you’re excited about the job and the company.

Help Solve Problems:
Think about what challenges the company might have. In your cover letter, talk about how you can help solve those problems.

Extra Tips for Success:

Check for Mistakes:
Go over your CV and cover letter carefully. Typos and mistakes make a bad impression, so make sure everything is correct.

Get Feedback:
Ask a friend or family member to read your CV and cover letter. They can give you advice on how to make them better.

Stay Updated:
Your CV should always be up to date. Add new skills and achievements as you go along.

Your dream job is out there, and your CV and cover letter can help you get it. Keep them simple, highlight what makes you special, and get ready for success!

When is a Managed Services Provider (MSP) the answer?
If you are looking to outsource the key functions of your recruiting, onboarding and productivity management for your temporary or contingent workforce, a Managed Services Provider (MSP) could be the solution for you. But don’t just take our word for it, below are some of the benefits that it can bring to your business.

Cost saving – advertising and attraction can be costly, especially when trying to find the best candidates the competitive market right now. With MSP, you are able to tap into a suppliers existing talent pools and profile rather than starting from scratch.

At People Solutions we boost our profile and brand across all social media platforms and use a variety of advertising tools as part of our attraction techniques. We have cultivated talent pools and monitor market insights to attract candidates in the most cost effective way.

Reduced admin requirements – whether you are recruiting on a large or small scale, there is an expected amount of administration that comes along with it. This will add strain to you existing teams and will cause delays to the process. MSP models are developed to add additional resource and support to your business.

Our on-site teams carry out all of the day to day admin tasks and provide weekly reports with the information you need. Our solution is built to allow your teams to continue with what they do best, while we take care of the rest.

Industry expertise – using a Managed Services solution means your business will benefit from the expertise of your service provider. They will have developed strategies specifically designed for your business. As an experienced provider, we use lessons learnt from our years of providing MSP models to clients. We know what works well and have refined our techniques to bring our clients an innovative solution.

What does an MSP cover?
An MSP can include the entire recruitment process for temporary or contingent workers, from the attraction stage right through to the onboarding and on-going worker reviews. However this all depends on a business’s individual needs. A typical MSP model includes the below services:

• Ongoing recruitment and assessment of candidates
• Pre-assignment inductions and site tours
• bespoke candidate testing
• Daily check-in of workers – no shortfalls
• Weekly temp surgery
• Worker reviews – day 1, weekly and monthly
• Performance review meetings
• MI and KPI reporting

The best thing about an MSP is the solution is delivered directly at your location. This means a true partnership approach can be adopted right from the start and our on-site teams will hit the ground running with support tailored to your requirements.

How can we help you?
We don’t like to brag, but we have been delivering Managed Services solutions to our clients for over 30 years’. It truly is in our DNA as a business. Over this time our teams have refined our operations, innovated our solution and provide our clients with true value. We operate by creating an industry best practise way of working, we use our lessons learnt across all of our Managed Services to improve continuously for our clients.

Our approach helps us become an integral part of your business, testament to this is the longstanding partnerships we have developed with several large clients over many years. So if you want to find out how we can add value to your business by developing a tailored solution just for you, then get in touch now.

Autumn is officially here! It’s time to hang up your summer hat and dig out those chunky knits! For some, Autumn is a time to start grabbing the pumpkin spice lattes or picking out your favourite spooky costume for Halloween and roasting marshmallows on the bonfire. For others, it’s a time to get comfy on the sofa with your favourite blanket and hiding away from the dark nights. However you feel about Autumn, one thing is for sure – this season of change is a perfect time for you to pursue a new opportunity!

Every year we see increased job ads and candidate applications at this time of year and we should know! It’s the busiest time of year for us recruiters. So if you are looking for a new challenge, read on to find out why your timing couldn’t be more perfect to seek out that opportunity!

1. The recruitment industry picks up – During the summer months, decision-makers tend to be on leave, so important decisions can be left on hold. However Autumn brings a return to focus for many and a need to prepare for the busy Christmas season. This means opportunities start to pop up with more pace again from September.
2. Holiday season is over – Summer time often has the highest rate of annual leave and key decision makers being out of the office can really slow down the recruitment process. But with the change of season comes the end of the holiday season and decisions can be made much faster than in the previous months.
3. Get settled in before Christmas – Christmas can be a super busy time for many and there might be little time to think about your job hunting. So getting that new role secured and settling in before the Christmas period means you are free to concentrate on enjoying the festive period.
4. More jobs available – Without a doubt, Autumn is when the job market really picks up in terms of job ads. A lot of businesses are preparing for their peak trading time and along with this comes their peak hiring time too. This means you will have more choice at this time of year than any other and with demand higher than normal, opportunities might be more attractive than at other times in the year.
5. A new outlook – This time of year – people tend to be more focused and clear on what they want. After having time to rest and relax over the summer we often find job seekers more determined than in other months. The same can be said for employers, they return from summer break with a new outlook on what they want and determination to find it.

Are you looking for a new challenge? Ready to take advantage of this busy time for recruiters? Get in touch today to find out how we can help or click here to see all our latest vacancies.