It is important to write a CV of high quality in order to become noticed by your employers from other suitable candidates. A CV of a good standard is most likely to secure you a job.

What is a CV?
A curriculum vitae is document that contains a summary of your skills, work experience achievements and education. This document is sent to potential employers.

What to include in a Curriculum Vitae:
Include information about yourself in your CV such as: Name, contact details, personal statement, work experience, voluntary work, education and qualifications, hobbies and interests and achievements.

Name and contact details:
This information lets your employer know who you are and how they can contact you. Your full name, contact details, email and current resident address should be included.

Personal statement:
An introductory paragraph which lets the employer know of your skills, knowledge and suitability. Here you provide a short summary of your skills, experience and qualifications to reflect the qualities being asked for by the employers.

Work experience:
A list of your previous jobs and current job. Demonstrate the manner in which you were able to positively make a difference in your previous work place.

Work placement:
If you have no formal or paid work experience, it is important to include details of voluntary work or school work placements.

Education and qualifications:
Include a detailed summary of your educational achievements and qualifications.

Hobbies and interests (optional):
These should only be added if they are impressive or relevant to the jobs you are applying for.

Achievements:
Any outstanding results you have produced in your work or education should be mentioned throughout the CV.

The structure of a CV:

• Create a document. Microsoft Word or Google Docs can be used to create a document or PFD.
• Use a clear simple font. This makes it easy for hiring managers/ employers to read your CV.
• Divide sections clearly. Bold headings and space make it easy for the interviewer/employer to jump to the sections they need to read.
• Use a calm colour scheme. Bright colours can be distracting and look very unprofessional.
• Avoid photos and images. Photos up valuable space and do not add any value to the CV.
• Use plenty of bullet points. To break up information and provide a pleasant reading experience.

SOURCE:

https://www.contractscounsel.com/b/contract-review-checklist
contractcounsel.com
August 12, 2021