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Top Insider Advice
Even when it feels like you have a setback, there are always opportunities to learn, and having that mindset makes those setbacks so much more manageable and surmountable. If something hasn't gone to plan, rather than feeling too badly about it and beating yourself up, asking yourself what the greatest learning points were makes sure you can gain from the experience. One of the most important things I've realised is that I can also ask others what they think the main take aways are too - and that fresh perspective can really drive your own motivation and help approach new situations from a different angle going forward! Even in circumstances where things have gone really well, it's always worth reflecting why it went well in the first place, and what can be taken away from this and applied to other problems and situations. Your colleagues are some of your greatest learning resources, and no question is ever silly, so don't be afraid just to ask!
Career path
HR Generalist Graduate
Lloyds Banking Group Talent
From 11/2024 to 11/2024Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
Work is a massive part of your life, you spend a lot of time there, and I truly believe that HR should be there to help people grow and feel empowered and happy in their jobs. Whether it be from a learning and development perspective, through recognition and reward, or through grievance processes - the pastoral aspect of work is all too easily forgotten about in the midst of deadlines and deliverables, but it is so important to have a positive work environment whereby people feel supported, and wake up wanting to come to work. I am passionate about making that tangible different to colleagues' day-to-day lives, and fostering an environment whereby they feel that they can bring their whole selves to t, heir job and in turn be their best selves, with the opportunity to grow and learn new things, and make the most of their skills and strengths.
Greatest achievements
I helped build a microsite on SharePoint which delivered training, resources, and communication about the year end process and GPS to our colleagues. This required working on core skillsets of prioritisation and organisation, managing stakeholders, and communication - both written and verbal. I also had the fantastic opportunity to develop more technical skills relating to SharePoint and PowerPoint. This project has had a tangible impact, helping line managers understand the year end process and allocation of GPS, and was the first big step in the year end process, which was incredibly exciting. There were tight deadlines, and challenging situations to navigate, but I learnt so much in the process both about GPS and my own working style.
Sam H
Business Analyst
Top Insider Advice
Take the time to understand the company's core values. If you find that they resonate with your own values, you're more likely to thrive in this environment. Be sure to incorporate these values into your application, interview responses, and preparation for the assessment day. This alignment can set you apart as a candidate who truly fits the company culture.
Leanne W
Emerging Talent Delivery Assistant
Top Insider Advice
Easier said than done I know, but try and relax and let your personality shine through as much as possible during the assessment process.
Saagar H
Top Insider Advice
Growth: Be open to every opportunity to learn and develop your skills. Seek feedback, tackle new challenges and remember to embrace change; this mindset will help you grow in your role and advance in your career journey. Communication: Effective communication is crucial. Share your findings and insights clearly with your team and build strong relationships with clients. Good communication allows effective collaboration and keeps everyone aligned to meet the common goal. Courage and curiosity: Speak up about potential risks or concerns; being curious and challenging the norm can lead to the creation of better processes, all leading to a safer and more efficient financial environment.