CV writing

Presentation is key

A successful CV is always carefully and clearly presented. We spend a small amount of time looking at your CV for the key Information – ensure it is in our eye line, easy to read and find. A typical CV will include the following:

• Profile – no more than a few sentences. Tailor this to the role you are applying for. 
• Career History - present your CV in reverse chronological order with your current role first, we can then immediately see your progression up the career ladder.
• Key Skills – again try and ensure these are a close match to the role you are applying for.
• Education & Training – If you have work experience in the field you are applying for, your school education can be listed and brief. It is important that any industry related qualifications are given more detail. If you have little work experience it is important for you to give details of grades gained to support your application.
• Personal interests – Be selective in this area and consider the role(s) you are applying for. For example an interest in team sports such as football or netball evidences your capability to work in a team. Resist putting any interests that can lead to an instant judgement – for example enjoying time in the pub!