How To Write A Killer CV

If you’re looking to secure your dream job, then you first need to create a killer curriculum vitae (CV). This should

stand out from the crowd and highlight why you are perfect for the role you are applying for.

Spending time getting this right could make the difference between securing an interview and

receiving a rejection letter.

Essential Details

All CVs need to include a set of standard details. These should flow naturally, so that employers instantly know where to find specific information. It’s important to write slightly different CVs for each position, so that you can

focus on what is required for the individual role.

Contact Information

This should always be the first item on your CV. It needs to include up-to-date telephone numbers and an email address. If you have your own personal domain name, then this looks

particularly professional.

Introduction

Hit the recruiter with a strong opening paragraph that brings together all your experience and highlights what

you want to achieve.

Professional Experience

This is a crucial part and should start with your most recent position. Include all periods of work, brief details

on the role and your key achievements with specific examples. You need to show any promotions and explain

the reasons for any breaks, such as a gap year or time spent raising a family.

Qualifications

Start with your most recent qualifications and include where you studied and the subject area.

Outside Interests

These show what you enjoy doing outside of a professional setting and will provide your CV with a

personality. Be brief and think about what each interest says about you.

Formatting

All CVs should be typed and should fill no more than two sides of A4. You should use clear formatting and ensure that the CV is easy to read. Don’t focus too much on the design, but think about the fonts and colours carefully.

Finally, it’s critical that you carefully check your finished document for spelling and grammatical errors. Nothing puts a HR person off more quickly than a CV littered with errors.

To be sure have someone else check through it as well.

Good luck!

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