• Research the role (and organisation, where possible) thoroughly
• Before going for the job interview, ask the recruitment agency what their requirements are for the interview e.g. passport, current payslip, portfolio
• Prepare a few questions to ask at the interview e.g. questions about the job or the company that is looking to fill the role
• Have a realistic salary expectation in mind - can it be negotiated?
• Dress code – err on the side of formal. A plain, neatly pressed white shirt with dark trouser suit or skirt for ladies will suffice. Sensible, well-kept shoes like brogues, loafers and pumps for example, should be worn – trainers, stiletto heels and scuffed shoes should be kept for after hours.
  This would usually depend on the work environment and company culture, but is usually a safe first option.
• Beware: specialist recruiters know a lot about your industry and will be aware if you exaggerate
• Preparation will help boost your confidence before stepping into the job interview.

During the interview

• Be confident
• Speak clearly
• Give explanations to your answers
• Produce your own portfolio, dependant on the position applied for (include any positive remarks/feedback from current employer)
• Include a number of reasons why your application is a strong one
• When stating your strengths, provide examples of how you implemented or used these strengths

After the interview

• Be sure to follow up with the interviewer
• If you are successful, be sure to get all the information needed to adequately prepare you to start the job
• If you are not successful, accept that there were better qualified candidates. However, you may feel your skills and experience were a good match to the role, in which case you may ask for constructive feedback about why your application was rejected, and how you might better present your case in the future.

Having said that, be sure to keep in touch with the recruitment agency in the future as roles may come up that you could be considered for.