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A question people always ask when approaching the process of seeking a new position is the best way to write a CV, to present themselves in a professional competent manner and give themselves the best chance.
As the CV is the first opportunity or window of potential for a jobseeker when applying for a role, having the information laid out the right way with the right content is essential.
A profile section is always necessary: For practically every types of jobseeker a profile section is a must: it gives a brief introduction about you and your professional background, and gives you an excellent opportunity to sell your application. Include the most relevant and standout facts about you which match you to the job being advertised. Write one or two sentences that summarise your experience, skills, and perhaps a standout achievement. To be concise, merge your personal statement with your skill areas to make your profile even more striking.
Talk through your CV with a friend: A competency-based CV is pretty much what you need for all CVs now. It means that instead of just writing a list of your previous duties, you look at exactly what the employer says they are asking for and you show that you have what they need. My suggestion is go through each one of their selection criteria and think of where you have demonstrated it. It is helpful to talk it over with a friend or coach as sometimes it can be difficult to think of examples yourself.
Work experience is becoming vital for graduate applications: In a graduate CV you should be able to demonstrate your excellent academic credentials along with some work experience/internships/voluntary engagements you may have undertaken parallel to your degree. Work experience is becoming more and more important for employers when they screen potential candidates for graduate full-time positions.
Use numbers to back up CV examples: It is quite important to concisely provide examples of your best work, often from a numbers perspective. If this can be packed with your key skills this will enable your CV to reach the top of a CV search. Using numbers to back up examples will help push your CV to the top of the pile when recruiters are searching.
Key words are essential for competency-based CVs: Key words are essential today, if only to get past the software scans. Don’t spam your CV though by repeating tracts from the advert unnecessarily – you’ll be rejected before anyone’s even read your application. Examples are always good – try to show a good story about why you’re doing this line of work, why this job is the next step for you. Add information which supports your assessment of the key competencies required for that role.
Write your cover letter in the body of the email: The email is the first impression that you will give a recruiter. Therefore you are going to need to give some information about yourself and why you’re right for the role.
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