The role of human resources in business has increased in recent years and has evolved from an exclusively in-house function to become its own industry providing a complete range of HR services. Whether in-house or third party, HR is the field of personnel recruitment and administration of a company’s relations with its employees. This new insider guide focuses on the role of HR as it crosses industries; it gives an in-depth view of the range of responsibilities involved and the opportunities to be had as an HR specialist.

This guide has all the latest on:

• Industry trends, including the growing need for people with business backgrounds

• Which industries are the hot spots for HR folks

• The different kinds of jobs available, along with salary ranges for each, from labor relations manager to recruiter to VP of HR

• The pros and cons of working in HR

• How you can get your foot in the door and what to do when you land that interview

• Recommended resourcesand more!