How to write a stand out Jobstreet Profile

Do you want that job to come to you? Being headhunted is much easier than job hunting and it’s becoming more common. That’s because more and more recruiters are searching for talent online.

While being head-hunted is a great way to get noticed, it's equally important to have a strong profile when you're actively applying for jobs. Employers often receive a high volume of applications, making it crucial for candidates to stand out from the crowd.

This trend makes it essential to combine your networking and job hunting skills with an online presence.

All active job seekers and those who would switch jobs for the right opportunity need to have an online profile, outlining their skills and experience. It’s a 21st-century essential and really can be the ticket to your next job.

According to Jane McNeill, Managing Director for Australia Specialist Recruitment at Hays, recruiting around 75% of employers check online profiles of candidates.

The more effort you put into your Jobstreet Profile, the more you’ll get out. Here are our tips on how to write a stand out profile that says “Hire Me”:

1. Write an elevator pitch: An elevator pitch is a very brief summary of why an employer should hire you. It’s a summary of your professional self and ambitions and can land you a job.
2. Include detail: Make sure you fill out as many succinct details as you can about your career history, current status, skills and qualifications, and role preferences.
3. Sell yourself: Your profile is your sales pitch. Be punchy and craft those words with gusto. If your profile sparkles the recruiter or employer will take notice.
4. Use active language not passive: Active language is strong language. It adds impact. Don’t say: “I was responsible for producing reports for the department”. Instead say: “I managed the production of all reports for the department”.
5. Focus on your skills and achievements: Include bullet points or short powerful sentences to highlight your expertise and achievements, says McNeill.
6. Be consistent: If you have more than one profile online or a profile and a personal/professional website make sure the content matches and is up-to-date on both, says McNeill.
7. Include links: Link to details of your past successes or examples of your work if they can be found online. You could also link to professional groups that you’re involved with. Self-marketing can boost your personal brand.
8. Verify your credential claims: SEEK Pass, our credential verification platform, helps you securely verify and share your work credentials, so you stand out with trusted qualifications. Make your application shine with credentials employers trust and boost your chances of being shortlisted.
9. Upload your resume: Your Jobstreet Profile allows you to upload a resume. This saves employers asking for it and takes you one step closer to getting the job. A good professional image is essential, says McNeill.
10. Standout but stay safe: Writing a standout resume is an important part of your job hunting. But equally important is to standout whilst staying safe. Here are some dos and don’ts to keep in mind to protect your privacy when submitting your resume.

It’s likely that your online presence is becoming part of your written CV. So do it now. It only takes a few minutes to get your basic profile up and running.