Placement Services to Candidate

Whatever stage you are at in your HM Group is here to help.

When you are looking for a change in career it can be a real jungle out there. Our experienced consultants have over 10+ years combined recruitment experience within Pharmaceutical Industry, Chemical Industry and Engineering Industry and other Manufacturing Industry.

When you are with us, whether applying for a job or seeking career advice, you do so safe in the knowledge that our consultants operate ethically and professionally, have industry experience and will discuss your options openly and honestly. There will be no unpleasant surprises waiting for you around the corner.

We always have access to a wide range of the latest jobs at all levels, so whatever stage you are at in your career, we are here to help.

We are served candidates within 3 different Plans

Platinum Plan
Gold Plan
Silver Plan

Note: - Services Charges and Terms and Condition are different as per Plan. Contact us for more details

Career Advice

With over 10+ years combined Recruitment experience our consultants are here to help you through all stages of your career and in your search for a new role.

Whether you need to prepare a CV, find out salary scales or just a chat to find out what opportunities are out there - We are here to help!

You will probably spend the biggest part of your waking hours at work than doing anything else in life, so it is vital that you do something that you enjoy. Researchers have proven that people are most likely to succeed in their chosen career path when their job is an extension of a subject they are interested in and provides a challenge that motivates them.

When you are deciding which career path to follow, think hard about what motivates you, what challenges you and what you enjoy. Finding a job can often be a challenging and frustrating time and we are here to assist throughout the process.

Work closely with your recruitment agency, utilise their recruitment expertise. They are the door way to the vast majority of career opportunities on the market and will help you through every step of the recruitment process for Free. Choose your agency wisely, not all agencies are the same. Be selective and pick those that offer you what you are looking for.

CV Advice

Remember your CV may be read in under 20 seconds, just to screen you into the "yes" or "no" pile. Do everything you can to end up in the "yes" pile by making the recruiter's job easier.

Make your CV clear and interesting, but keep it concise. It isn't your life story; a CV only has one function - to get you the interview.

Don't forget to include an appropriate e-mail address, (one that you check often), unless you want to appear a techno-dinosaur. Be careful that you choose an address appropriate for professional communications.

Sell yourself on the first page! Start with a profile of who you are, plus your key skills and achievements, followed by a brief career history and tailor this for each application.

Your CV should make claims about who you are and what you can do, and then provide evidence to back up those claims. Translate what you know and what you can do into terms that will appeal to a recruiter - talk about solving problems, adding value.

Be specific, make claims and then give evidence. Express achievements in terms of awards, money, time or percentages.

Try to include something under "interests" which is neither bland nor run of the mill. Include interests which make you appear a rounded person, and those which have some relevance to the job.

Avoid empty adjectives such 'creative, dynamic, enthusiastic'.

Focus on what you have achieved.

Avoid clip art and photographs.

Interview Advice

Congratulations! You have impressed the short-listing manager and have been invited to attend an interview. The subject of the meeting is you and your career to date... A subject that you are the world’s leading expert in!

Your interview is your chance to demonstrate your skills and expertise verbally and in person to your prospective employer. Most interviews last up to an hour and it is important that you respond openly, answer every question fully, and attempt to give clear concise examples mirroring the job specification and the subject matter of the questions asked.

The purpose of improving your interview technique is to provide you with the best opportunity to do yourself justice in front of your prospective employer. Preparation is the key and hopefully some of the following hints and tips will provide you with the information and the tools to give you the best chance to impress.

Preparation

Remember to do your research before attending your interview; it is vital that you are prepared. It may sound obvious but make sure at the least you find out the following:

The name of the person you will be meeting
The company name, address and how you are going to get there
The interview formats
What the company does
Where the company originates from, annual turnover or recent history or successes

Making an impression

First Impressions Count

Dress smartly, in business attire
Don’t be late - plan your route before hand and if you have time, do a dummy run
Have positive and professional contact with everybody who represent your potential employer
Give a positive and firm hand shake, smile and make eye contact throughout your meeting
Be aware of your body language - crossed arms, hands in pockets or sloughing in your chair can give off the wrong impression.

During your interview remember to:

Turn your phone off, relax, take a deep breath
Listen carefully to the questions asked - if you don’t hear clearly, ask politely for the question to be repeated
Consider your answers before giving them and speak clearly and slowly
Be honest - do not to exaggerate your experience
Do not be negative about your past of present employer or current work situation

Interview Questions

The key thing in answering ANY questions at your interview is to answer in a positive and confident manner. Do not dwell or highlight any negative aspects of any part of your career to date. The list of questions that could come up could run to hundreds. Here are a few of the most common ones that we have come across:

What motivates you?
What de-motivates you? How do you deal with it?
How do you measure your own performance?
How do you deal with disagreements with managers/colleagues?
What do you do if you cannot get a solution or meet a certain deadline?
How do you deal with stress?
How would you describe yourself?
How would your manager/colleagues describe you?
Why do you think we should recruit you? What can you bring to the company?

Competency based questions

Competency based questions are designed to assess your suitability for the role you are interviewing for by asking for a description of a certain event or situation, your involvement and its outcome. Always make sure you provide relevant, specific answers that are well explained, thought out and detailed. Use specific situations from your experience as examples. We have added a few examples below.

Key competencies assessed may include team work, decision making, communication, leadership, commercial awareness, responsibility, innovation.

Tell us about a time when you have managed to turn a difficult situation around to achieve a positive outcome?
What goals/standards do you set yourself at work?
- How do you know that you are achieving them?
- Did you succeed in achieving these?
Tell us about a recent time when you had to adapt to change?
- How did you feel about it?
- What did you find difficult about the change?
Tell us about a situation when you had to deal with issues that affected your enthusiasm?
- What affect did this have on you? o How did you cope with this?
Tell us about a time when you have managed to turn a difficult situation around to achieve a positive outcome?
- What methods did you employ?

Questions for you to ask

The interview is a two-way process and it is important that you ask at least one question, it is a perfect opportunity to clarify any queries. If it relates back to an earlier point that may have been made, it proves you have been listening and are interested. Question you could ask may include:

What are the company’s future goals?
What attracted you to the organisation?
What is the next stage in the interview process?

Utilise the advice that our consultants give, they will ensure that you are prepared and that you feel confident for your interview; if you are unsure about anything just ask.

Offer/Resignation Advice

Congratulations, you have been offered the job - What now?

Do not hand in your notice until you have received your offer in writing. Contracts are pretty standard documents and you do not need to be a lawyer to understand them; read them slowly and carefully. Don’t be afraid to ask questions if you need anything clarified as this can save a lot of time and heartache - your consultant will help you through every step of this process.
No matter what your current situation is, it is vital for your long term career that you are professional when you hand in your notice. Your reputation in whatever field you work in and your ability to secure a reference now and in the future rely on this discussion being handled well.
Your resignation letter to your existing employer should be brief and to the point, stating your intention to leave and suggesting a leaving date. This should be in line with your contracted notice period but obviously, with mutual agreement, earlier may be possible. Always finish your letter by thanking your employers for their support.

Relocation

We appreciate it can be daunting relocating somewhere new, so to ease this process we can provide advice and support on many aspects.
India is a nationally recognised base for Chemical, Pharma and Engineering and Other Manufacturing companies, and is a hub for pioneering multinational companies. India has a rich cultural history, stunning geography, and is a premium tourist location. Not only that but India is nationally recognised for its arts and culture and boasts some of the best entertainment and shopping.
Major employers are located within easy reach of the City Centres, giving a wide choice of places to live and work, the fantastic road networks and transport links enable people to live in rural areas and commute to the cities. Though others may prefer to live in one of its a vibrant and metropolitan city.
We appreciate it can be daunting relocating somewhere new, so to ease this process we can provide advice and support on many aspects including: accommodation, schools and transport, leisure, banking, sports, and removals and storage.