During this podcast we hear from two of Stellar’s very own (and successful) team members, Kymberly Tupai – Manager of New Zealand’s North Region and Georgia Mackie, Brisbane’s Principal Consultant for Corporate Services. These two ladies are making bold moves in their space and are here to dig into what it takes to secure your next your next career opportunity and the key considerations when deciding to make the change!

When looking to change careers or move on in your career, knowing why you want to make that shift is crucial. It is important to pre-empt the concept of counteroffers and how you will manage this process. It is a hot market with a lot of promises so deep diving into the key aspects of the role and how this will impact your career journey is critical. 

When looking at a new prospective career, look at what the business can offer you from outside remuneration only. It is important to open the conversation and look at the different ways your potential employer supports their employees and if perks such as wellness plans or reimbursements are included. Remember that your base salary is just one part of your compensation package. 

When going through the interview process, meet the team and ask for names. Nothing affects office culture more than your co-workers. Speaking with your future team members prior to starting can shed some light on the group dynamics and managerial structures. Further into your role, consider all interactions and if they are timely and courteous; are these the people you would like to work with? Candidate due diligence is looking at your network and seeing if they have worked with or know someone with a mutual relationship.

Understanding the culture of the business and what it is like to stand out in the business should be heavily considered when looking at a company’s office culture. The ‘office culture’ and ‘vibe’ are intangible assets that can be tricky to decipher prior to starting. Asking questions about the office culture and aspects such as flexible hours or team-building events are beneficial. This could also be a good opportunity to gain insight into whether the employees at your new job enjoy working for the company and if they feel like their work is valued.
 

From the first interview, you get insight into the vision and goals of the company. Ask yourself- does the company vision excite you? Passion is a key driver and motivation tool for coming to work each day so if there is a unified vision that aligns with your own personal goals, you can determine whether the job is the right fit for you. 

Prior to starting at your new role, ask about advancement opportunities. Working for an organisation that supports and encourages personal growth is what you should aim for. Understand the structural dynamic of the company; is there potential to move up in the business? Or are there lateral movements that are more suitable? It is important to recognise that some employees are not looking to step up, they just want to add to their skill set. 

A crucial tool for organisations is to allow opportunities for growth and financially support your employees. Conduct thorough research on your potential employer before making any official decision. Making observations on whether the company are in the media for the right reasons and deciphering whether the company have a track record of redundancies or cutbacks is critical. It can be an exciting process, but you must consider the element of risk. 

Throughout the recruitment process, ensure you have taken measures to protect your individual brand. Know your salary expectations before entering the interview process and be aware of what your expectations of the business are. It is likely you can make suggestions that may benefit your own personal career growth throughout the offer process. How you conduct yourself irrespective of taking the job is key.