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I have rarely asked for or applied for promotions during my career, generally feeling I was happy where I was and not wanting loads more responsibility, especially since I lost my 21-month-old daughter in 2015. I wanted to come to work, enjoy it and then go home without any added pressures (plus I hate being interviewed!) I think I have naturally progressed and become involved in other things, specifically over the past 10 years. I’ve done it by working hard, being loyal and putting effort into everything I do. I’ve been lucky that my managers have always recognised my potential and pushed me to progress myself and my career. It’s definitely helped when working for the same company for a number of years! I could probably have progressed a bit quicker if I had pushed for it, but that’s not me and that’s ok. You don’t have to be pushy to get where you want to be; it might just take a little longer.
Career path
Talent Manager
First Central
Started 08/2013 to PresentHR Assistant / Officer / Senior HR Officer
Kroll
From 06/2005 to 08/2013Company
What do you like about your job and the company?
Anyone who’s worked for First Central knows that we work at a fast pace and there’s always something new happening or changes taking place. I really enjoy this way of working – it keeps me on my toes and keeps my interest piqued. There are always projects to be involved in and I’m given autonomy to get on with my job and deliver great results. I also love working as part of a team and it’s a great team here at First Central.
Greatest achievements
Although there are a number of achievements I’m proud of inside work, I think I’m mostly proud of the successful career I’ve built, the positive feedback I get from my colleagues and manager and that I’ve worked for the same company for almost 10 years but am still able to add value and support the business to grow and move forward. I put a lot of effort into my work and take pride in the outcomes, which naturally makes me feel a sense of accomplishment.
Parisa M
Risk & Compliance Governance Manager
Top Insider Advice
Whatever you’re good at, whether it be organisation or leadership or analytics, try your best to draw on those skills within your current role to really showcase what you do well. And not just in your role, look at other roles such as championing or volunteering to provide additional opportunities to really highlight what you are good at. This may then give you the chance to consider where you have improvements to make and think about how that can be achieved through shadowing, mentoring or further education / courses. There are so many opportunities at First Central to shine a light on our talents or improve our weaknesses. Take them!
Julia B
Senior Reward Analyst
Top Insider Advice
Don’t feel trapped within a certain career route. Think about the skills you have and see if you can use them in a different role. Find a company to work for that has an open, fair and equitable pay structure. If you need to take a step back and focus on your family that’s okay too. I’ve been able to return to a career at a later stage. Look for a company that invests in everyone regardless of their age/personal circumstances and will support your career post kids. Get as much work experience as possible, (and encourage your kids to get some too), and try different projects/experiences within your role so you have something for your CV.
Joe M
Leadership Development Business Partner
Top Insider Advice
My advice would be to grow and develop with the business and don’t box yourself in with one particular career route in mind as other career paths can open up.
