Is your CV up to Scratch?

CV Writing

  • Remember, the first page of your CV can determine whether you get an interview or not.
    This is prime selling space to summarise the exact information an Agency is looking for.
  • At the top of your CV put your name, mobile and email address
  • No need to write 'Curriculum Vitae' as this takes up valuable space.
  • Summarise your specific skill set on your first page with your years of experience
SKILL-SET
YEARS EXPERIENCE
Hardware Platforms:
Windows
5
Unix
3
Languages:
C++
5
Java
4

Points to Remember

  • Always spellcheck you CV.
  • Get someone else to proof read your CV to check for grammar mistakes.
  • Make your CV easy on the eye. Have adequate spacing throughout and use bullet-points wherever possible.
  • Have concise and appropriate headings.
  • You should tailor your CV for each position applied for. This should be in your summary at the beginning and within your work experience.
  • Never repeat yourself, whether it's individual points about yourself or phrases you like to use.
  • For further info check out www.contractoruk.com/news/00405.html
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