English is one of the most widely spoken languages in the world, with an estimated 380 million speaking the language worldwide, and it is well known that native English speakers have an advantage when it comes to finding work within many sectors. With this in mind, when looking for a job as a non-native English speaker, it is fundamental to take advantage of the resources available to you in order to enhance your chances of recruitment success.

Craft your CV

As a non-native English speaker you will need to craft a CV in a language that is not your mother tongue. It is therefore recommended to ask for advice from a native English speaker, who can assist you with crafting your CV using the correct spelling and grammar.

Alternatively, you can employ the services of a professional, who can help you to find employment in the industry of your interest. However bear in mind that a CV must be an accurate representation of your skills and abilities, and it is thus important to specify on your CV that English is not your first language.

Ultimately, creating a well crafted and professional CV will enable you to use your it as a springboard to get to the next stage in the recruitment procedure.

Interview

Practice interview skills with a friend or someone that you know whose first language is English. This will help you in preparing the answers to your interview questions and knowing where your strengths and weaknesses lie.

Improve your language skills

Take an English language course to improve your English skills. Hone in on the area that is particularly weak for you; for example if your writing skills are not as advanced as your speaking skills, you can take a course that focuses specifically on writing skills.

Finding employment

There are many jobs that are relevant to your language skills and experience. Therefore applying for jobs that are pertinent to your skills and experience is fundamental. Seek jobs in areas where your native tongue may be useful or within industries where knowledge of a number of languages is beneficial.