Being realistic with getting a job.
 

I know it is a well worn subject, but as someone moving to Halifax early next year, am I realistic thinking I can get a job before I leave the UK.

To give you some context, I work as a project manager in the UK I.T industry. I have a Bac of Science degree in computing, business management certification, Prince2 certification and 14 years PM experience.

So all that taken into account, am I just dreaming or would I be better researching the market get companies in Halifax aware of my existance?

What are your thoughts or experiences?

Many thanks:thumbsup:

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

I'd recommend looking into getting your PMP qualification
Prince2 is not widely recognized in my opinion

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

What's your visa status, I assume you've got PR as you have a definite moving date? That will make it easier.

Ideally you'd visit in the interim to job hunt in person though, is that possible?

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

We have PR cards already so our status is less of an issue. Currently studying for PMP and planning a job trip to Halifax this year.

Luckily I stayed with a retired couple last year whose son works in the I.T. industry and they have rovided me with some contacts.

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

If you look on the Canniversary thread now, there is someone called Charlsar with a thread called 'One Month in - Going Well'. He is a project manager in Nova Scotia, perhaps if you PM'd him he may be able to give you some tips. Good luck.

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

Made contact and sharing information. All sounds quite positive so far. I am grateful to anyone who provides any information.

Thanks

Re: Being realistic with getting a job.
 

I also found a job via the Internet company advert. I emailed my future employee and fwd references from the UK. We then came over for a holiday/interview/reccy (2nd visit) and i got an offer of employment.