Before you start the job search process it is essential that you prepare a professional Curriculum Vitae (CV) fitting the UK style. The main difference with UK CV's is that they are usually limited to just 2 sides. They contain a brief description of your role followed by bullet points that highlight your particular contributions or successes.
Your CV should contain the following headings;
- Name
- Address
- Phone and E-mail address
Outline your skills and qualities, work background and achievements. Be brief - you can highlight examples of your skills in later sections.
Indicate dates and certificates/diplomas/ degrees attained.
- High School/Secondary School
- Tertiary e.g. University/College/Polytechnic
- Short courses (indicate specific skills acquired)
(Indicate dates; Month and Year. List your current job first.)
- Company / Organisation Name
- Position
- Responsibilities (Describe your duties, job content, position in organisation, staff supervised, projects/challenges completed, and promotions. Also, describe the activities of your employing organisation, e.g. industry sector, market standing, size, turnover, etc.)
- Professional memberships, clubs, societies etc
- Relevant computer and technical skills
- Relevant professional training
- Highlight achievements (be specific)
These should be kept brief and say something positive about you to a potential employer e.g. team sports, cultural interests, creative hobbies, competitive hobbies.
Name, Position, Address and contact details of two former employers.
For further assistance with preparing your CV/Resume, contact Red Star Resume
