Recommended CV Layout To Follow For A Great CV

My recommended CV layout is simple and straightforward and most people will find that if they follow this idea they can produce a very good CV that has been proved to get good results, without being being too over complicated. What is good is that you can put your most relevant job skills right near the top to catch the reader's attention. Try to be specific, not generic and add some numbers to make your CV unique.

Think of this top section as a 'keyword' section to entice the reader to read on.

If you make sure your key words match any advertised qualifications, you're on to a certain winner. See the layout on this page.

Getting Your CV Read...

The most important thing about your CV is ensuring that it actually gets read by the person you send it to. That may be the hiring manager or personnel officer, so try to get their attention immediately with some positive words and skills that they are looking for, because if it doesn't get read, you are going no further!

In my experience, I find that a simple CV layout with your name and contact (address, telephone and email) details at the top followed by a Personal Profile is the best way to get the attention quickly. Follow this link to see some examples I've prepared of CV Personal Profiles which show you how to present what you need to write.

Follow this with a Key Skills section of just 4 or 5 bullet points that summarize your key skills (opens a new window) and you can be sure that the reader will want to know more. When you write your skills bullet points, make sure that they match the requirements of the job for which you are applying. This will confirm to the reader that you are a suitable candidate.

If you are going to write your CV yourself, follow this straightforward layout I've shown you here and keep it simple and relevant - the more you complicate things by adding too much information, the less likely it is that your CV will get read.

Example CV Layout

You can click to enlarge or print this CV layout.

For more CV layout help go over to this page (a new window will open) then come back: CV template where you will find two very good CV examples which will help you write a great CV for yourself.

Writing Your Own CV

If you prefer to write your own CV yourself, then I recommend you get a copy of my 'CV How To - Write Your Own CV - A CV Writing Tutorial' with all the details you need plus some great examples for just £9.99. You will also receive my 'Exceptional Cover Letters' pack with full cover letter writing instructions and sample cover letters as a free bonus when you order. This way you can be sure of the best CV layout and results.

If you copy this fairly simple CV layout you’ll quickly build a CV that demands the right attention and one that gets you results.

My CV Writing Services

I write CVs for clients all over the world, from entry level CVs up to the most senior Directors, Executives and Specialist Senior Managers, who will need much more than a simple CV layout like this one above.

Whatever job role you want, your CV must position you to move swiftly into the next challenging role, by displaying the most relevant personal qualities, abilities, competences and technical skills.

Many of you will therefore benefit from my own extensive experience as Managing Director and International Management Consultant to write your CV for you. You can rely on my expertise to identify the most crucial issues which will focus your Bespoke CV like no other and align it precisely with your personal and career objectives, whilst accurately reflecting your special capabilities.

My own expertise covers financial services, manufacturing including food production, pharmaceuticals, engineering and retail, plus sales and marketing.

I produce CVs for people leaving the Armed Forces, the Police Service, Public sector employees moving into the private sector following the government cutbacks and I am fully expert in providing the appropriate CV layout for jobs in many other specializations including nursing management and legal jobs: paralegals, company lawyers, company secretaries and legal secretaries.

When you place an order for my CV Writing Services, I will contact you the same working day and your highly customized CV will receive top priority. From the initial information you will supply, I will arrange a convenient time to telephone you with a list of specific issues to cover which ensure a fully personalised CV.

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So, if you find you are struggling to get it just right, my CV Writing Services are quick and easy to access, call me on 01270 881811 or click one of the links to find out more.

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