I have recently emailed my CV and covering letter to apply for a job.
I would like to check that they have recevied the above documents.
How should i contact them?
If by telephone, should i literally ask:
"Could i speak with your HR department please?
(they put me through)
"Yes hi, could i please check that you have received my CV and covering letter please, my name is joe blogs..."
Help and advices appreciated
thanks
2006-11-29 02:41:11 · 12 answers · asked by bobby t 3 in News & Events ➔ Current Events
If you have given them reasonable time to respond, unless their advert said they would only contact successful applicants, I would do exactly as you suggested. If you have just sent in your covering letter and CV cold you should ring them to check too. I think it's quite rude to not get a response but you never know, they may receive 100's every day. Good luck and be brave - go on - ring them now.
2006-11-29 02:44:15 · answer #1 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
There are no hard and fast rules and one can never be sure if you're doing the correct thing. It's a fine line between sounding concerned and making a pest of yourself.
If you are going to call, do it well within the first week after sending off the application and only to check whether they have received it. Don't leave it any longer otherwise you could be calling during the appraisal period and that may lead to an embarrassing answer. Only call again if they say they are definitely going to call within a specified time and they haven't. http://cvtips.com has free advice on all questions regarding job applications
2006-12-01 23:52:05 · answer #2 · answered by Crewedaddy 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Wait a reasonable length of time. Say a week. Call the HR department and ask if they have received your application. Ask if there is any other information that they need, such as reference letters. They should probably tell you at this point if they will extend an interview to you and where they are in the decision making process.
2006-11-29 02:53:38 · answer #3 · answered by Jabberwock 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
You should contact hiring managers within two weeks of submitting application materials. The method for contacting a prospective employer is less important than the message itself. Whether communicating in writing or over the telephone, you should demonstrate your knowledge of the company while reinforcing your qualifications and sincere interest in the position.
2006-11-29 03:01:43 · answer #4 · answered by johnnie 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Bingo! You got it right. Word of warning they might not transfer you to the HR so be prepared. Without a contact name many companies won't transfer you to prevent solicitation. So you may have to leave a message for them. But so far you're on the right track. You don't want to ask "well... did I get the job", but asking if they recieved your application is a perfectly acceptable question, and shows your interest in the job. Best of luck to you, I know how hard the job hunt is!
2006-11-29 02:57:04 · answer #5 · answered by auequine 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
i'd try the inner maximum attitude. take your resume with you and take a verify out to work out the owner. clarify to her which you're obtainable now for artwork. Be arranged to artwork that day if desire/hazard arises. Many time is busy artwork circumstances the guy there waiting to artwork could get the job. Bing in the splendid place on the splendid time. you're there waiting to artwork and the papers to assist your application are in hand.
2016-10-04 12:31:13 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes do phone them,they will take your call as you are serious about the job. whilst your there ask them about the post,if they've had many applicants.ask about there employment policy, do they let you know if your application was looked at, was there any other information you could have supplied,employers are interested.ask if you can look around where you would be working,show an interest in the company.
2006-11-29 02:48:35 · answer #7 · answered by tallulaberry 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I usually call them, so it looks more personal. Ask to speak to the person in charge of hiring. And let them know that you want to check the status of a application you forwarded to their office. Be honest and patient though, dont be pushy at all!
2006-11-29 02:44:42 · answer #8 · answered by Jackeeeee 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Leave it ... I take it you haven't experienced the " Tap on the Shoulder " or the " Pat on the Bum ".... both known as " The Nod "... 99.9% of the time employers know who they want to fill the position.. and if you haven't been given the Nod... you don't fit the bill.... You will know it. when it happens... Good Luck..
2006-11-30 03:04:18 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
depending upon the position i personally would wait as i wouldnt want to appear desperate!
2006-11-29 03:58:17 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 1⤋