Vocabulary

Match the words on the left (1-5) with their definitions on the right (a-e).

1. sorted a. a formal request asking that someone accepts a job

2. a short list b. arranged in a particular order, e.g. putting the best CVs together

3. appointments c. a formal, legal agreement setting out what will be provided by both the employer and the employee

4. a job offer d. a list containing the names of the most suitable people

5. an employment contract e. dates and times when people will meet, but can also be used to mean that people have been given particular jobs

Exercise 9. Selection (part 2)

Let's look at some more vocabulary linked to the selection process with this multiple choice quiz. Match the verbs with their noun partners.

advertise... a vacancy a candidate applicants arrange... applicants an appointment a vacancy interview... a candidate a contract a short list

sign... a short list a contract a vacancy draw up... applicants a vacancy a short list select... an appointment a short list applicants

Exercise 10. Job advertisements (part 1)

A good way to improve your vocabulary is to look at language used in job advertisements. You will notice the same phrases appearing again and again.

Look at the following phrases from job advertisements. Do they refer to the company, the candidate (the person applying for the job), or the job benefits (extra money or other advantages you might get as part of the job)?

multinational group refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits proactive individual refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits leading service provider refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits competitive salary refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits decision maker refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits market leader refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits

ongoing training refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits inspirational leader refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits company pension refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits attractive package refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits high flyer refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits world-class organisation refers to the company refers to the candidate refers to the job benefits

Exercise 11. Job advertisements (part 2)

The following nouns describe an ideal candidate's abilities. Can you change them into adjectives?

talent	enthusiasm	energy	ambition
drive	flexibility	commitment	motivation

How many of these adjectives describe you?

These abbreviations often appear in job advertisements.

ref. no.

inc.

k

p/w

pro rata

neg.

c

asap

s.a.e.

p.a.

Match them to their meanings

1. per week 2. thousand 3. negotiable 4. reference number 5. per annum, yearly

6. stamped addressed envelope 7. as soon as possible 8. approximately 9. inclusive 10. according to time worked

Exercise 12. Job advertisements – (part 3) What they are looking for ...

1. These sentences are taken from real job advertisements. Each time one word has been left out. It's up to you now to complete the sentences with the words provided in the boxes.

A

attributes extensive implement managerial maximizing suppliers track

1. We seek an articulate individual with at least five years' _______ experience.

2. You must have a proven _______ record in insurance sales.

3. You will be expected to have the ability to _______ and monitor On-the-Job Training programmes.

4. Other important _______ include a high degree of self discipline and the ability to work to tight deadlines.

5. Key candidate requirements include _______ and relevant production experience in the food industry.

6. The successful candidate will be fully responsible for _______ profitable sales through the recruitment, direction, motivation and control of the direct sales force.

7. You will negotiate the best prices from _______ , forecast sales and monitor competitor activity.

B

above-average application benefits committed contributory minorities writing

1. We offer an excellent salary and _______ package, including 5 weeks holiday entitlement.

2. The organisation offers an _______ salary, comparable to those paid in other international organisations.

3. Benefits include a car, private medical insurance, _______ pension scheme and a preferential mortgage interest rate.

4. We are _______ to developing each employee to his full potential.

5. As an equal opportunity employer we welcome applications from men and women, including ethnic _______ and the disabled.

6. For further details and an _______ form write to XYZ.

7. Apply in _______ with full career details to XYZ.

C

comprehensive demonstrate desirable exciting head lively particulars relocation

1. Medical background is _______ but not essential.

2. You must have _______ knowledge of Microsoft Office and good typing skills.

3. Further _______ can be obtained from Human Resources.

4. A comprehensive remuneration package is available which includes _______ assistance to this attractive part of the country.

5. A _______ personality and a strong desire for a challenge are essential.

6. Reporting directly to the MD this position will be based at the _______ office in Sudbury.

7. High earnings are available for enthusiastic sales professionals who can _______ proven success.

8. This is an _______ opportunity which can lead to a long term career with promotion into line management.

Exercise 13. Job advertisements – (part 4)

Complete the text of the following advertisement with the words you find on the right

Our client, a _______ INTERNATIONAL PHARMACEUTICAL COMPANY is currently looking for a SECRETARY The company _______ a well organised and experienced secretary to assist the HR Manager. The successful candidate will be responsible for _______ administration and the administrative management of the department. Flexibility and a willingness to learn are _______ requirements. _______ knowledge of IT and computer systems are essential as is the ability to work independently and accurately. _______ position, attractive _______. This is an ideal _______ to join one of the fastest growing pharmaceutical companies in Europe. Please apply ______ only, enclosing a full CV with details of your _______ salary to: George Washington Recruitment Services Ltd. 46 Bill Clinton Avenue, Edinburgh EH12 5DE

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