It is often the case where I’ve had candidates panic when it comes to updating their CV’s. The regular questions that come to mind are; what do I write?, the layout?, what information is relevant and what’s not?

The advice I give is to first breath! I always say to review the responsibilities of the job description you are applying for almost as a check list of things that you have accomplished in your current and previous role, and to highlight these. I then advise to break down the resume into the following:

PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

A couple of sentences outlining your experience, your interest in the industry, the company and interest in the role. This should be no longer than 3 lines.

EDUCATION

Year                       University

Degree – result

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Company Name                                                                                                              Month/Year – present 

Job Title

Key Responsibilities

  • Bullet points these

Key Achievements

  • Any achievements or projects you’ve worked on, the results of them (these can be your examples in the interview)
  • Highlight what you’ve done this year (relatable to the role). I know it can be difficult to think back on everything you’ve done, but try to highlight any achievements – relationship management, negotiations etc.

KEY SKILLS

  • Languages, IT systems, anything else that is worth highlighting and is relatable to the role and company you are applying for.

 KEY INTERESTS

  • Employers like to see that you have interests and motivations outside of work. If you play a team sport, this is great to highlight as it show’s that you are team-oriented, and so, would work well with others.

 

If you would like to have a confidential conversation about opportunities at present, please contact Emily Brady on e.brady@masonalexandersports.ie or 01 685 4414

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