Project Management Career Clinics

"Mick critiqued my CV, providing pointers on how best to present my Project management experience. The session help focus my mind on the types of position and at what level I should be applying for, but also help me set educational goals which best suited my future career."

I cover project and programme management roles across all sectors here at Arras and enjoy using my 23+year’s experience as a programme and project manager in engineering, manufacturing, academia and the Third Sector to support you.  A Prince 2 Practitioner (and currently studying for APMP) I have provided advice on all aspects of career development, be it: a stand out CV; interview preparation; or CPD advice.  I work with you to build your confidence and provide the skills so that you are empowered to help yourself.

 If you are looking for ways to sell yourself to a new employer or want advice on developing your career I can certainly help.  What are you waiting for?

Michael can help with:

"Further to our 'career clinic' telephone appointment yesterday, I am writing to thank you for all your advice and guidance on embarking on a career in project management. I found the session very productive and informative and you talked very honestly and openly for which I am very grateful."

With a background in operations and project management – I have previously created & embedded operational support processes and procedures within a globally based central support office. My career has predominantly been working for large blue chip organisations and globally recognised clients. I offer careers advice within the field of Project Management and Project Support. My clinics present very candid advice in regards to CV feedback but also offer constructive guidance on how to best present yourself in the current marketplace. At Arras People I have a specialism within the field of P3O (Portfolio, Programme and Project Office) and can advise candidates wishing to develop in this field.

Nicola can help with:

"I just wanted to let you know that I really appreciate all your advice and suggestions for improvement to my CV considering I was going to spend nearly £450 on a professional CV writing service it was great value!"
 

"Gary's advice really helped in identifying my selling points and also helped in understanding the proper layout and formatting to use on my CV. Thanks for the service. It was superb!"

My background is within the financial services industry, specifically PMO’s and Programme Coordination. My focus is to provide tailored careers advice and support to suit each individual, whatever their circumstances. Having successfully worked with over 100 candidates over the previous year in the provision of careers advice in areas such as CV development, job applications and interview technique, I have an excellent understanding of the current market and perhaps more importantly, how candidates should use it to their advantage to progress their career.

Gary can help with:

"I really feel it made the difference, and the person who hired me has confirmed this, as my CV really stood out against others. In fact my (phone) interview was 6 minutes long as my CV was that strong."

 

"The call was really good. I appreciated the 30 minute feedback; I got an idea on how to market myself, what I need to do to get more professional information and how to move forward"

My area of expertise is programme and project management support - from those starting their career within project administration through to PMO Managers. Having worked within this field for over 10 years my clinics cover practical advice and tips for anyone looking to advance their career; gain clear practical advice on making the best of your CV and applications and guidance on where to find your next role.

Lindsay can help with:

"The half hour spent on the phone with Lindsay was invaluable. You always wonder what recruiters are looking for and what they think of your CV, but you rarely get the opportunity to find out. Lindsay was very thorough and completely honest. I'll have a more concise and focused CV after I implement Lindsay's suggestions."

"John's advice and commentary on my CV helped to focus my efforts on the areas of my CV that I need to clarify, rework and update. I found John to be extremely patient and thoughtful with his advice."

I have been involved in building and managing effective teams and recruiting personnel for many years. Drawing on my 30+ year career in manufacturing, professional services and latterly running Arras People I have a wide exposure to Programme and Project work across many sectors.  If you want your "sales literature" to give you a competitive advantage or general advice about career development paths I would welcome your call. My style? Frank, honest and encouraging!

John can help with:

"John gave me a direction to my career in the UK, the one aspect I was struggling to understand for very long."

"John helped me look at myself and my skills from a different (and more accurate) perspective, my CV now reflects this."