UNIQUE INFORMATION ON WHAT EXACTLY IS REQUIRED:

• You will demonstrate that you are proactive and motivated
  
• The consultant will gain a more thorough overview of both your personal and professional attributes, enabling him/her to sell you accurately to a potential employee.

If necessary adapt your CV for the chosen opportunity
Seek feedback on your CV from colleagues and career experts regarding the opportunity.


LAYOUT AND COVER PRESENTATION:

• Summarise your skills, experiences and achievements and how they can benefit a potential employer organisation
  
• Use an appropriate style and language for your chosen profession
  
• Identify your unique selling points
  
• Be honest; ensure all statements can be backed up at interview. Can you deliver everything you promise?
  
• Ensure you clearly meet the selection criteria
  Length should be between 2-3 pages with content clear and well presented with a professional appearance
  
• Remove padding, negativity and irrelevant information
  
• Include the following sections
  
• Personal details - concise and to the point. Name, Address, DOB, Nationality, Telephone numbers, Email address, marital status etc…

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Most relevant and up to date first.
  
• Skills, list key and specialist skills
  
• Career profile - summarise skills, experience and suitability for the opportunity (3-4 lines)
  
• Work experience - list in chronological order starting with your most recent and generally most relevant first. Highlight achievements, roles and responsibilities
  
• Interests - include voluntary and other unique work (demonstrates character and motivation)
  
• References - relevant to opportunity