 | CV
The purpose of the CV is to establish relevance for the position applied for and secure an interview. It is one of the first points of contact with a potential employer and is your opportunity to create a favourable first impression.
Presentation is key, a well crafted CV using a sensible font (Arial/Times New Roman) printed on good quality paper (or if sent electronically in MS Word with no graphics/clipart) instantly commands attention from the person viewing it. Generally speaking your CV should be no longer than 3 pages in length.
Be concise, accurate and professional. Your CV should convey your skills, experience, achievements, potential and relevance for the position applied for.
Ensure gaps in dates are covered. Remember that unemployment and illness are neither a problem nor an issue for employers, especially if it can be shown that such time was utilised in a productive manner (i.e. in terms of voluntary work undertaken at the time or an increase in personal activities).
Be positive and emphasise successes, strengths and transferable skills. Include the following:-
- Personal details (name only - see section on 'do not discriminate against yourself')
- Education
- Qualifications
- Employment history in reverse chronological order
- Responsibilities and achievements listed against experience
- Specific industry skills and if appropriate IT and computer skills
- Language proficiencies
Be sure that your CV is accurate and can be verified. It will form the basis of the interview/discussion so you need to be able to support any claims made.
If a CV is to be e-mailed, ensure that it is easily readable. The employer will not undertake major re-editing in order to read your CV.
Whilst a friend or member of the family can review your CV, try and find someone objective and independent to critique it as if they had never met you.
If you do not have a CV try our CV template
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