Job-Hopping Or Just At One Place For A long Time

A CV of an overly-experienced candidate is like one indicating job-hopping or no movement at all - it's cause for suspicion.

Recruiters can see workers applying for positions apparently 'below' their current career level as a red flag.

If someone is coming down a level or two, and they've likely already achieved what the role offers, then you have to ask questions about their motivation.

• Employers may also be more likely to be accommodating to younger over-qualified workers because their motives for a downwards move can be more easily justified.
• A candidate who is too good for the role will be only an asset to the business in the short term unless there are excellent...