Irish recruitment platform Recruit.ie has announced they will be the headline sponsor for three major jobs expos taking place this autumn. The expos will be held in Dublin, Cork and Galway during September, October and November.
In conjunction with the Jobs Expo sponsorship, Recruit.ie is also offering their new mobile app. The app connects job seekers and employers throughout Ireland by allowing users to easily browse and apply for the latest job openings while on the go.
"We're delighted to be sponsoring these high profile expos as we continue to match great talent with leading employers across the country," said Bronagh Cotter, CEO of Recruit.ie. "The Jobs Expos present an invaluable opportunity for recruitment and networking in the Irish job market. Together with the launch of our intuitive new mobile app, these events strongly position Recruit.ie as Ireland’s premier recruitment agency."
The Galway Jobs Expo will take place on September 30th at the Leisureland Events Centre. October 14th sees the Dublin Jobs Expo at Croke Park. And the Cork Jobs Expo will happen on November 18th at Devere Hall.
Attending the Jobs Expos gives job seekers access to a wide range of potential employers and vacancies in one convenient location. Employers can meet candidates, conduct interviews, network and raise their profile.
Registration for the expos is now open. Job seekers can also download the Recruit.ie app on iOS and Android devices to start exploring new career opportunities on the go.
Upcoming Expo Dates and Locations:
Jobs Expo Galway – Saturday, 30th September 2023
Sat, Sep 30, 10:00
Leisureland Events Centre • Galway
Free Registration here
Jobs Expo Dublin – Saturday, 14th October, 2023
Sat, Oct 14, 10:00
Hogan Suite • Dublin
Free Registration here
Jobs Expo Cork – Saturday, 18th November, 2023
Sat, Nov 18, 10:00
Devere Hall • Cork
Free Registration here
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The West's largest careers fair, Jobs Expo Galway, returns to Leisureland's Events Centre on Saturday, 30th September. From 10am until 4pm jobseekers and industry professionals can meet employers face-to-face, discuss job opportunities and hand in CVs. Furthermore, Jobs Expo attendees can attend the live seminars and Career Clinic to get career advice from professionals. Executive Coach, Speaker & Facilitator, Tréasa Fitzgibbon, will be giving her talk, Gaining Confidence, by Quieting Your Inner Critic, at 1pm on the Agenda Stage and available to offer one-on-one consultations from 2pm in the Career Clinic. Don't forget to register for FREE ADMISSION to Jobs Expo Galway right here.
About Tréasa
Tréasa Fitzgibbon specialises in helping ambitious professionals navigate and accelerate their career. She is Executive Coach, Speaker & Facilitator. She is passionate about creating fair working environments, and equipping individuals with the skills they need to achieve their career goals.
Prior to coaching, Tréasa spent 20+ years in the Financial Services industry in Dublin, London, and New York, culminating in a Managing Director role heading up a global sales team. Tréasa understands the commitment required to be successful in today’s fast-paced environment and is uniquely positioned to help people navigate the challenges they face in reaching their goals. Having spent years working around the globe, she also understands the complexity of adapting to different cultures.
We are delighted to have Revenue return to exhibit at Jobs Expo Galway. Their team will be available to chat from 10am until 4pm inside Leisureland's Events Centre on Saturday, 30th September, between 10am and 4pm. Don't forget to register for FREE ADMISSION to all exhibitors, live seminars and Career Clinic on the day.
About the Revenue
Revenue is the Irish Tax and Customs administration. Their mission is “To serve the Community by fairly and efficiently collecting taxes and duties and implementing customs controls”.
Their workforce of almost 7,000 people supports compliance for 3.2 million employments, 0.2 million employers, 1 million businesses, 0.3 million VAT traders, 0.1 million customs traders and 1.4 million property owners.
In 2022, Revenue collected c.€114 billion gross in taxes and duties for the Exchequer. They're a large, decentralised organisation with offices in over 30 locations nationwide. Revenue is also responsible for trade facilitation and frontier control.
Revenue is an organisation that builds multidisciplinary and agile teams to use leading technology to meet their customers’ business needs. Their aim is to become the world’s most digitally advanced tax authority.
The key to their progress and accomplishments is their people. They value staff learning and have a strong focus on continuous personal and professional development. Furthermore, they offer a wide range of comprehensive training programmes and provide financial support for self-learning, where necessary. They also have a broad range of work-life balance options, subject to business needs.
A career in Revenue is meaningful, varied, challenging and interesting, and can encompass a wide range of activities in the areas of tax, customs, and ICT.
Are you looking to get ahead in the pharmaceutical, medtech and food science industries?
Innopharma Education will be joining us at the Jobs Expo Galway on September 30th at Leisureland's Events Centre.
Innopharma Education will be available to chat with prospective students throughout the day from 10am-4pm and are keen to meet and discuss your future career.
Don't forget to register for FREE ADMISSION to all exhibitors, live seminars and Career Clinic on the day.
About Innopharma Education
Innopharma Education operates at the forefront of skills and learning in high-tech manufacturing, advancing skills and capabilities across the pharmaceutical, medtech and food science industries. Established in 2009, they work with their education partners to develop and deliver industry-focused and accredited qualifications to meet the needs of Ireland’s growing STEM sectors. Specifically designed for those who wish to change or advance their career in the pharmaceutical, medical device or food sectors, their courses upskill and equip people from diverse backgrounds with the knowledge and skills necessary to successfully secure promising career opportunities in these fast-growing sectors.
They're very proud of their role developing the high-tech manufacturing talent the world needs.
Their education courses enable countries to raise the standard and volume of high-tech skills they have, to attract more investment.
They enable people like you to build a rewarding career, contributing to higher standards of living and positive outcomes for millions of people across the world.
We are delighted to have the Irish Defence Forces exhibit at our careers fair once again. Their recruitment team will be available to chat and take CVs between 10am and 4pm on Saturday, 30th September at Leisureland's Event Centre. This will be a free event and will feature the return of the Career Clinic and Agenda Stage. Get your FREE TICKETS right here.
Careers in the Irish Defence Forces
The Irish Defence Forces is the military of Ireland. They encompass the Army, the Naval Service, the Air Corps and the Reserve Defence Forces.
The Army is a standing force and provides the primary capabilities for joint military operations at home and combined military Peace Support Operations abroad.
The Naval Service is the State’s principal seagoing agency with a general responsibility to meet contingent and actual maritime defence requirements. It is tasked with a variety of defence and other roles.
The role of the Air Corps under the Defence Act is to contribute to the security of the State by providing for the Military Air Defence of its airspace.
General Service Recruitment Army / Naval Service.
Recruitment into the Army and naval Service is open all year round. Applications can be made online at our website www.military.ie
Naval Service Recruit training is 22 weeks in duration and the Naval Service are based in Co. Cork. On successful completion of recruit training an able rate can be trained in one of the four branches: Seaman’s Branch, Mechs branch, Logistics Branch or Comms Branch. Applicants must be over the age of 18 and under the age of 27.
Army Recruit training is 15 weeks long followed by the Pte 3* course of training which is 10 weeks in duration. On successful completion of initial training, opportunities are available to serve in a variety of corps and appointments. Apprenticeships in Heavy Vehicle Mechanics, Engineer electrician, carpenter, plumber, Comms and IT are available to serving soldiers annually. Applicants must be over the age of 18 and under the age of 25.
Officer Cadetships (Army line, Army tech, Air corps pilot, Naval service line, Naval Service tech and Equitation)
The Defence Forces are also looking to enlist Officer Cadets. A Cadet is a Military Officer in training. Officers are the leaders, decision makers and managers of the Defence Forces. They are the platoon commanders in the Army, the pilots in our Air Corps, and the navigators and engineers in the Naval Service. An Officer leads, directs and motivates our frontline troops.
The role comes with very real mental and physical challenges. Officers are expected to lead from the front in all situations. Officer Cadets engage in 17 months training in the Military College, Curragh Camp, Kildare. Here, they cover many basic and practical soldier skills. Additionally, they learn military fields of study before taking up an operational appointment in the Permanent Defence Forces. The Defence Forces is looking for people who have the potential to:
- Plan, prioritize and organise.
- Analyse problems, in order to generate appropriate solutions.
- Be clear, concise and with effective communication skills.
- The ability to motivate others and work with a team.
After completing Officer training, cadets are commissioned into a Service Corp — Infantry, Artillery, Cavalry, Supply & Transport or Communications Information Systems. Furthermore, there are opportunities for development, growth, variety and responsibility will come your way.
Technical Graduate Cadetships are offered each year depending on current vacancies in the Engineer and Ordnance Corps. Graduates must possess level 8 qualifications as listed in T&Cs.
Applicants must be 18 years of age or over and under 26 years of age on the date mentioned in the notice for the current competition.
It’s a phrase we’ve all heard, “reinventing yourself.” But what does it mean? And more importantly, how can it help you transition to a new career? In this blog, we uncover the steps to take when you’re looking to make a career change and reinvent yourself professionally.
Introduction
Reinventing yourself is the act of making meaningful and positive changes to yourself in order to achieve long-term goals. It’s basically about self-improvement and making sure that you stay current in the ever-evolving world of business. It’s essential that you reinvent yourself in order to stay marketable and competitive when you’re looking to transition to a new career. Here, we explain the benefits of reinventing yourself and how to move forward in a successful career transition.
Identifying Your Goals
The first step of reinvention is to identify your goals. Take some time to think about what kind of career you want to transition to and what your current abilities and skills are. Further, break down your goals into short-term and long-term objectives so you can set a plan for yourself that’s attainable and manageable. Consider the different tactics you can use to achieve these goals and determine the specific steps you need to take in order to reach them.
Finding the Right Support System
Surround yourself with the people who understand what you’re going through and are willing to help you achieve your goals. Seek out mentors who can give you advice on your new career or organizations that are related to your new field. Utilize your personal network if you know people who have already transitioned to a similar career path. The support of these connections and resources will serve as an invaluable source of insight and intelligence as you look to move forward with your reinvention.
Crafting Your Resume and Cover Letter
Once you’ve identified and established your goals, it’s time to craft a resume and cover letter that outlines your qualifications and experience for the new position you want. Tailor your resume to the position at hand so that the employer is able to recognize the skills that are necessary for the job. This showcases your commitment to the role and will make you a more attractive candidate. Your cover letter, on the other hand, should be concise yet enticing with enough unique information to make you stand out from other applicants.
Exploring New Opportunities
Take advantage of the endless job boards that are available on the internet. CareerBuilder, Indeed, Glassdoor and Recruit.ie are all great resources to quickly find new job postings. Engage in research on potential employers as well in order to ensure that the company is reputable and aligns with your values. Apply for jobs that you feel confident that you have a solid chance of getting. Go Meetups and other networking events can also be great resources. You never know who you may meet or what extracurricular activities you may gain knowledge about.
Preparing for Interviews
Once you’ve found a job that interests you, it’s time to get started on the interview process. Research the company you’re applying to so you can be sure to be as prepared as possible. Make a list of possible questions that you could be asked in the interview and spend time practicing the answers. Keep in mind that interviews are a two-way street, so be sure to ask questions that demonstrate your interest in the company. Create a portfolio of your work to further showcase your abilities.
Moving Forward
Change won’t come easily, but taking risks and pushing boundaries are the foundation of growth. When attempting to make a major shift in your career, it’s important to find balance in your approach. Establish realistic expectations for yourself and maintain focus on the goal ahead. Don’t hesitate to reach out to individuals and resources that can provide guidance during this transition, and be sure to take the necessary time to properly prepare yourself for the new career you envision.
Conclusion
Making a career transition can be a daunting task, but by following the steps outlined in this blog, you’ll be on your way to reinventing yourself and becoming a competitive candidate for the new position. Identifying your goals, finding the right support system, crafting a compelling resume and cover letter, exploring new opportunities, and preparing for interviews are all essential components of a successful transition. Remember to take risks, find balance, and stay focused and you’ll be ready for the new life ahead of you.
If you're eager to get more career advice the Jobs Expo Career Clinics will be returning this autumn with a great line-up of professional career coaches offering free consultations. You can register for FREE ADMISSION to Jobs Expo here.