Curriculum Vitae

The CV in the UK

Alongside the cover letter, your CV is of crucial importance to the job application process in the UK. Many of the tips available on our general CV section apply to the UK job market. However, there are many specific requirements that UK employers expect to see on a CV.

Writing a Curriculum Vitae for the UK job market

The UK is a successful, developed nation with a competitive job market. There are specific requirements and expectations in the United Kingdom that differ from many other world powers when it comes to applying for work. Therefore, if you are writing a CV for a UK job application, follow our advice below to make sure you successfully secure employment there.

If you would like to read a more in-depth, general discussion about how to write a good CV, then go to our section on the CV. From there you will find a more detailed analysis of how to write a CV, the different templates of CV’s around the world, and a step-by-step guide to help you create your own perfect curriculum vitae or resume.

By researching all the resources available in this UK CV section, as well as our general CV pages, you will have a firm understanding of the curriculum vitae and will be one step closer to getting a job.

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