Simple Formatting
This is key for making your CV look professional and clearly highlights keywords that make you stand out.
- include dates, bullet points and same font
- No spelling or grammer mistakes
- Clear headings
Work Experience
To reduce the amount of writing on your CV, only write down relevant skills within each job role. This also makes it clearer for recruiters to understand you’re a great fit for the position you’re applying for.
- Only include relevant skills within each job role
- Recruiters look for those tranferrable skills in order to find the perfect candidate
- Evidence showcasing impact (metrics, achievements, results)
Clear Skills
Highlighting clear skills is essential for each role you apply for and always make sure to adjust those skills to the job description.
- Core technical skills
- Soft skills – relevant to the job
- Required certifications, degrees or training
By making these 3 simple changes, you are more likely to get called back for interviews and see more progression than before.
