Application Tips
We want you to become part of the Iceland family, so we won’t make the process any more complicated than it needs to be. Applying for a new role can feel a daunting – but we care about supporting people and giving them the right tools to succeed, so here are our top tips…
Writing a CV
There are lots of formats you can use to present your CV. One of the key things, however, is it should be clear and easy for the employer to review your experience and qualifications. It allows them to quickly match you to the role. Keeping it clear, concise, and simple is a good rule of thumb.
Key CV Tips
Be bold
use bullet points to highlight your experience
Be accurate
list your experience from current to oldest employer
Be relevant
include any qualifications you have
Be upfront
let them see straightaway you’re the perfect match
Be ready
to explain any gaps
Be contactable
…so you can get the good news!
Preparing for an interview
Whether it’s your first time or your 50th, interviews can be nerve-wracking! If you prepare yourself properly it can ease the nerves and ensure you present your best self! Remember, all you need to do is talk truthfully about yourself and tell your story.
Interview tips
Be quick
to reply once you’ve got an interview
Be early
because being late is never great
Be smartly dressed
because you care and you’ve made the effort
Be ready
allow enough time to attend your interview
Be well documented
bring along any documentation needed
Be a STAR
give examples of your work and experience. A useful tool to use is the STAR method:
- Situation: Set the scene and give the context around your example.
- Task: What did you have to achieve?
- Action: What did you do to achieve it?
- Result: What was the outcome?
Be honest
about your strengths and weaknesses
Be prepared
to ask us questions