TOP 5 CV Tips

Have a Clear Layout

• Choose a clear font (Times New Roman, Calibri)
• Use headings and sub-heading to clearly mark the end of one section and beginning of another
• Use line-spacing to keep the consistently of your overall CV
• 5 spacing gives a good overall appearance
• Bullet points help clearly present a lot of information

Make it Relevant

• Tailor your CV for each different role you apply for
• Make subtle changes between your skills and experience to highlight your relevance for any particular role
• Match your skills and experience with the requirements asked

What is the Client Looking For?

• Keep the client in mind when constructing your CV
• Emphasise your key relevant skills and experience to match the role
• Become familiar with the client’s industry and convey experience you could bring to the table

Keep it Concise

• Keep your CV between 2-3 pages in length
• Ensure all information is relevant to the role you are applying
• Include the most relevant education and up-to-date experience
• Exception – a CFO’s CV will require more information and tends to be longer than 2-3 pages.

Discard the Cover Letter

• Cover letter tends to just summarise the CV that follows
• Creates repetition which is never
• If you want to keep a cover letter ensure it is brief and relevant
• Include 2-3 main/unique selling points about yourself that will grab the reader’s attention and give a good first impression