Preparing an Executive CV
Preparing a CV for an Executive Recruitment Role
Getting interviews in the current market is not easy. There is intense competition and the signs are that it will only increase in the future.
Your CV is the single most important weapon in your armory when it comes to job hunting. A prospective employer will often make a snap judgment the second they read it and even the most qualified people on the planet can find themselves rejected if the resume fails to come up to scratch. So how can you give yours the edge?
A good CV is your ticket to your next interview, so it makes sense to upgrade your interview ticket. Our CV Preparation Services are offered with the specific purpose of enabling you to quickly produce an effective executive CV that wins you interviews.
We'll help by writing a compelling Executive CV
We've structured the CV Preparation Service in order to make it as simple for you as possible to quickly attain a high-class executive CV.
We take you step-by-step through the entire process in plain English. Avoid making it too fancy and complicated. You only have about five seconds to grab the attention - if it is too clever and unreadable it will go in the bin.
Don't try to make jokes and never be detrimental towards previous employers.
Talk to us contact us via phone or email to discuss your requirements from our CV Preparation Service. You will be assigned a CV Consultant who will advise the best course of action and service you require.
Executive CV Keypoints - we will look at various factors that help to ensure that everything in your executive CV counts and helps you to get more interviews. Specifically, we look at:
- What your CV is not
- The most effective CVs are...
- What you must leave out of your executive CV
- Executive CV length
- Why evidence is important
- Why pronouns and articles do not belong in a CV
- Keywords are crucial
- Why you should not use the phrase "responsible for"
- Organisation of your CV
- Proof reading
Components of a CV - we show you exactly how to produce each section of your professional / executive CV for maximum impact and provide examples for each of the following areas:
- Summary / Profile
- Key Achievements
- Professional Experience
- Education
- Additional Sections (Affiliations, Technical Skills, Activities)
- Creating a Scanable CV
Executive CV length
There are no set rules regarding the length of your CV - this will be decided on your career history, education and achievements. If possible try to keep it to two pages, but if this looks too cramped then feel free to spread it out a little.
There are many different theories when it comes to CV design. Don't get too bogged down over this, just make sure everything is clearly marked. Include your career progression, education and achievements prominently so your prospective employer does not have to search.
Stick to the truth
It might sound obvious, but be truthful. Never try to smudge dates and jobs to hide periods of unemployment. The most basic of checks will expose your deceit and ruin any chance of getting the job.
Follow all instructions on the job advert. If they want four copies of your CV then you should send four. It is also vital to get it in on time. The covering letter should be customised for each job you apply for as this is your chance to tailor your skills to the demands required.
Talk to us contact us via phone or email to discuss your requirements from our CV Preparation Service. You will be assigned a CV Consultant who will advise the best course of action and service you require.