As you progress through your career and undertake more senior-level roles, one part of the job application process can still prove to be a challenge: Writing a succinct, engaging, and well-structured CV. At this stage in your career, your CV must reflect your strategic value, impact, and leadership capabilities to prove you are the right choice for an executive-level role. …
As exam season is underway and graduates will soon be preparing to kickstart a career in their chosen field, exploring the job market can be an extremely daunting and disheartening period. With the current market being as competitive as ever, typical entry-level roles appear to now be reserved for candidates with years of experience as companies place unreasonable demands and …
Transitioning into an executive-level role is an exciting career milestone. But when writing a CV, many people struggle to balance the technical expertise they’ve built up over the years with the leadership abilities employers look for in senior positions. In this blog, we will explore how to balance technical and senior capabilities on a CV to show prospective employers you’re …
When applying for a senior or executive-level role, your CV needs to be strategically positioned. By now, you will have had several years of accomplishments and experience which can be challenging to distil into a two-page CV. At this level employers need to understand what you are capable of and your track record relevant to the role for which you …
The modern workplace continues to evolve – particularly in a post-Covid culture. Despite this, many job seekers feel like disclosing a career gap on their CV will harm their employment prospects. According to research carried out by Applied, a third of employees surveyed have taken a career break of six months or more – but over half admit they would …
When applying for a job in a new field or industry, there’s often a concern that your current professional experience isn’t what employers are looking for. But with a well-composed CV, you can prove that you’re the right person for the role – even if it’s different from previous positions you’ve held. There are a few adjustments to make to …
The internet is full of advice on how to write a CV. As a result, there are a lot of conflicting tips about best practices and what information you should include on your CV. Our team of expert writers have years of experience creating CVs, so we can demystify the process and help you sort fact from fiction. Here are …
As we move into 2024, many people will take time to reflect on their goals. Whether you’re ready to transition into your first executive-level role or you already have senior-level experience and you want to make a change, it’s a good time to think about updating your CV before the January rush. When it’s time to write an executive-level CV, …
Self-employment figures have been growing over the last number of years. Self-employed people now make up 13% of the total workforce in the UK. There are lots of reasons why you might have decided to take the plunge and become self-employed. Running your own business allows you to work flexibly in a way that fits your family commitments. You have …
Decided to move overseas? Congratulations – you are embarking on an amazing adventure! You could be relocating for a variety of reasons, but one thing is certain: you need to get a job in your new home. And your CV needs to be prepped based on the requirements of the country you are applying in. For example, if you are …