Putting Stamp 4 on CV

MattKid

Is it advisable to include stamp 4 residency status on a C.V if it's obvious you aren't from an EU country.

I'd hate for a CV to be dismissed just because the employer isn't sure if someone is legally allowed to work

[Jackass]

I suppose that issue should / would usually be established at interview if they were impressed with your CV in the first place, but I suppose it could do no harm if you put it in a notes section at the end under "other skills, activities & information" or something like that, you could mention "Permanent E.U. Resident as of 1st September 2009" or whatever...

I don't see how it could do any harm, but may help your case in the very unlikely event (imo) that an employer would like to employ you but decided not to interview you and ask about your working status.

tatli_lokma

absolutely - my husband ALWAYS includes this in the personal info section. It is very relevant to your ability to undertake the advertised position, and therefore I feel it should be included on your CV, prominantly at the start and also in the cover letter.

And just to be sure, because some people don't know what a stamp 4 means, his CV says:
Stamp 4 residence status (full and unrestricted permission to work and reside in Ireland)

that way there can be no confusion

good luck with the job hunting

Irish_Elect_Eng

Absolutely.

It can be a pain to clear non-nationals to work in Ireland.

Let prospective employers know that you are ready to go.

The Big Red Button

Would it be better to mention it in the cover letter maybe?

the_syco

MattKid wrote: »

I'd hate for a CV to be dismissed just because the employer isn't sure if someone is legally allowed to work

Yes you should.

Pointless even bringing you into an interview if they don't think you can work there and/or need them to fill out documentation before they can get you to work there, etc, etc.

Absolutely you should. By definition a CV is supposed to be something personal anyway, so the information you choose to share because you think it's relevant is up to you. If there's something you feel the employer needs to know, then let him know. He's only gonna focus on the info he wants anyway.

tatli_lokma

chatterpillar wrote: »

Would it be better to mention it in the cover letter maybe?

no, on the CV, at the top very prominent, along with a basic outline of your skills and qualifications. Cover letters are generally skimmed through, and sometimes, depending on the selection process get seperated from the CV very early on. Make sure it is in the CV - it is relevant to you applying for this job, it is part of your suitability for the role. It is essential to your CV.

The top of a CV should look something like this (note section in bold):

General Information
* Proven track record in sales and customer services
* Responsible and hard working
* Full and unrestricted work permission for Ireland (stamp 4);
* Strong communication skills and a excellent customer services skills, in particular dealing with high volume inbound telephone and email enquiries in a busy call centre.
* Good team player, committed and reliable.

Languages
* Fluent English & German (both written and oral)
* Mother Tongue – Russian

Computer Skills
* Highly proficient in various computer packages, including email, internet, a wide range of CRM and account management packages, databases, communications and word processing packages, including:
* MS Office (Word, Excel, Outlook), Internet (Explorer, Mozilla Firefox, Opera)
and also list here any inhouse systems you use - this shows that you are able to pick things up quickly and adapt to new systems.

straight away from something like this I can see if you have relevant qualities, and also if you have taken the time to read the job spec and have the appropriate skills needed. I know you haqve permission to work in Ireland and your language abilities.
This section of your CV should 'pop' at the start of the CV, and should reflect the basic qualities mentioned in the job advert.

A cover letter should also mention these sorts of things, again I would recommend you bullet point them, as people do scan these things. Also mention in the cover letter how soon you are available, and don't forget to say thank you for taking the time to read the application!