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CV WRITING CORECOM CONSULTING
CORECOM CONSULTING Founded in 2008 Yorkshire’s Fastest Growing IT Recruitment
Specialist Based in Leeds City Centre
It’s our job to study CV’s and look for potential hires for our clients.
We look at over 800 CVs per day as an office! We also hire internally – seeking talented
graduates to join our teams and eventually become business leaders.
CV CV – Curriculum Vitae (Latin for “Your Story”)
A list of your qualifications, work experience, achievements and progress during your working career.
It is usually the first thing an employer will see as a representation of you.
It’s important you get this bit right!
PERSONAL STATEMENT Always Tailor this to the role. Generic
introductions will not endear you to the recruiter, and are a waste of valuable space.
Consciously try and answer the following Who you are What you can offer What you aim for in your career
http://www.reed.co.uk/career-advice/blog/2013/august/graduate-cv-template
EDUCATION Education should be the focus
of a Graduate CV. Write in reverse-chronological
order, with the most recent events coming at the top.
Include your degree classification, and any other higher education diplomas.
When it comes to GCSEs, stating the number and general grades is fine, although most employers will ask for specific grades when it comes to maths and English
EMPLOYMENT HISTORY You may not have that much
previous work history to include here, and if you do it may not all be relevant.
After stating your dates of employment, company name and job title, putting a few top line duties will suffice. However, where possible, try and demonstrate practical successes.
This will quantify your achievements and validate your responsibilities.
HOBBIES AND INTERESTS A hobbies and interests section is optional. I personally like them, as it makes the CV
reflect the person. It makes people individual.
When writing them though, ask yourself; will they help you to get the job? Socialising with friends and going to the cinema for example are probably of little interest to the recruiter/employer.
THE DO’S AND DON’TS OF CV WRITING Do:
Keep it concise – be clear with your aim when writing something. It should be written with a purpose.
Stay clear of unnecessary information. Don’t write in 3rd person – (It’s a bug bear of
many consultants!) Focus on key competencies and
achievements when discussing your experience
CONTINUED… Outline your work experience in order of most
recent to the oldest position held. List your education and qualifications,
starting with the most recent first. Use facts and figures where possible to
evidence your work Ensure any outlines hobbies and interests are
brief. Check it for errors – be wary of spelling and
grammar
CONTINUED… Don’t;
Waffle Include a photo – unless necessary Use clichés. E.g. Team player, great
communication skills etc. Lie or embellish your skills – you'll get caught
out. List your desired salary / expectations Use inappropriate e-mail addresses or
Twitter names Use various colours and fonts – keep it
professional
COVER LETTERS What to include;
Opening the letter Short and to the point. Explaining why it is you are writing.
Second Paragraph Why you are suitable for the job. Briefly describe
professional and academic qualifications that are relevant to the role.
Third Paragraph Emphasise what you can do for the company. Explain the
benefit of hiring you to the business. Fourth Paragraph
Reiterate your interest in the role. Suggest a meeting for an interview.
Closing the letter Sign off with “Yours sincerely and your name.”
UNDERSTAND YOUR AUDIENCE Read the job specification Look on the company/companies’ websites Speak to professionals in the role already Ask a recruitment consultant!
FREE CV REVIEW / HELP
Thanks for your time. Please feel free to get in touch with us at Corecom Consulting, to learn more about CV writing, and for a free CV review!
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