CVs and applications

Before potential employers meet you, they usually see your CV, cover letter or application first. With so many applications coming in, it is important that what you submit to potential employers is written well and easy for them to evaluate your experience. It may seem like boring paperwork, but it's really an opportunity to show them you're the right person for the job.

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Cover letters - a practical guide

Your cover letter is your introduction to a potential employer. How do you want that presentation to be, professional or unfocused? The answer may be obvious but how to write a good cover letter isn't.

Create a compelling CV

A CV is your own personal sales pitch. It is also a sample of the quality of written material an employer might expect you to send to customers, colleagues or your team.

References - creating a separate document

It is common practice to leave references out of a CV. Here is an exclusive guide on how to create a separate references document to give to potential employers when the time comes.

Make your application form shine

E-recruitment has given new impetus to the application form, because it enables recruiters to capture data in the same format and compare candidates more accurately.