Choose evidence that answers the criterion
We begin by interpreting the criterion in the context of the role and identifying the strongest examples from your experience. The aim is not to force every response into the same formula, but to give the panel clear and credible evidence.
Effective examples establish:
- the situation and operating context;
- your task, responsibility or decision;
- the actions you personally took;
- the judgement, collaboration or technical capability involved; and
- the result, impact or lesson that followed.
STAR structure with the right level of detail
PRA uses STAR-aligned structure where it helps the reader follow the evidence. We strengthen ownership, remove unnecessary background and make the outcome clear. For EL and SES applications, we also test whether the response demonstrates sufficient scope, influence, complexity and organisational impact.
Writing, review and application consistency
Support can include professionally written responses, review of an existing draft or help aligning selection criteria with the rest of the application. We check that the resume, pitch and criteria reinforce one another without repeating the same wording or examples unnecessarily.
Frequently asked questions
Do you use the STAR method?
Yes. We use STAR as a practical evidence structure while adapting the emphasis and level of detail to the criterion, role and application format.
Can you help with short-form targeted questions?
Yes. We can help with traditional criteria, statements of claims, pitch statements and targeted questions with strict word or page limits.
Can you review criteria I have already written?
Yes. We assess relevance, ownership, seniority, structure, outcomes and alignment to the role, then recommend the changes that matter most.