Guide 2: Job Search Refresh 

Proven steps to restart your job hunt in Jersey network, tailor your CV, beat the competition.Intro: Jersey's finance market is competitive. Employers prioritise candidates who understand local tax, compliance, and the island's working culture. This guide helps you audit what is not working and rebuild your approach. 

• Step 1 - Audit and tailor: Review your last 10 applications. Are they generic? Update your LinkedIn headline to be Jersey-specific (e.g. 'Jersey-based accountant seeking funds roles'). Add Jersey keywords to your CV: GST returns, Class 1 contributions, ITIS. 
• Step 2 - Build a local network: Join Jersey Finance events. Connect with Jersey recruiters on LinkedIn. Cold outreach: 5 personalised messages per day. Reference specific local topics to show you understand the market. 
• Step 3 - Optimise applications: Use selectrecruitment.je/jobs and gov.je/jobs. Tailor each application to the job description. Use ATS-friendly formatting with keywords bolded. Track applications in a spreadsheet with applied date and follow-up date. 
• Step 4 - Measure and iterate: Set weekly targets (20 applications, 2 interview goals). Review every Friday. Shift focus if one sector is not responding funds and accounting are the strongest areas in Jersey's current market.