Feb 26 2025 37 mins
In this Work It Like a Mum episode, we’re delighted to chat with Emily Russell, Internal Recruitment Partner at Saint-Gobain. Emily, who specialises in recruiting engineers, shares her journey of balancing a full-time career with single motherhood. With two children—one preparing for his GCSEs and the other only three years old—Emily discusses how she manages the juggle and offers tips for other working mums.
We also dive into Emily’s career history and her transition into engineering recruitment, as well as some expert advice on how to make your CV stand out when applying for your dream role.
Key Topics Covered:
- Emily’s career path, from starting in administration to becoming a successful recruiter at Saint-Gobain.
- The role of a recruitment consultant and how it differs from in-house recruitment roles.
- The challenges of recruiting for male-dominated sectors like engineering and how Emily helps break down gender stereotypes.
- Tips for candidates on how to stand out in the recruitment process and the importance of applying for roles even when you don’t meet 100% of the criteria.
- The rise of hybrid working models, especially in light of the changes at companies like Boots, and how it impacts candidates and recruiters, particularly single parents.
Key Takeaways:
- Recruitment insights: A deep dive into what recruitment consultants do and how to find one that specialises in your field.
- Engineering recruitment: Emily shares how she got into engineering recruitment and why it’s crucial to get more women into STEM roles.
- Making your CV stand out: How to tailor your CV for the role and why it’s important to apply even if you don’t meet all of the listed criteria.
- Hybrid work flexibility: The changing landscape of work and how hybrid roles are key for working parents, particularly single mums.
Why You Should Listen:
This episode is a must-listen for any working parent, particularly single mums, looking for advice on balancing career and family life.
Whether you're looking for career advice, recruitment tips, or just some motivation to keep juggling it all, Emily’s story is full of inspiration!
Show Links:
Connect with our host, Elizabeth Willetts Here
Visit Saint-Gobain's Website Here
Connect with Emily on LinkedIn Here
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