CV and cover letter

So you’ve found a job you want to apply for… Now you just have to get it! Easy. Check out our advice on how to write the perfect CV and cover letter and what to do – and NOT do – when putting together your application.

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CV templates

Not sure where to start? Make sure you get that all-important job interview with one of our CV templates.

Cover letter templates

It’s all very well having a great CV but it won’t count for much if your cover letter isn’t equally dazzling. Our templates ensure that employers will find it hard to say no.

Funny CV mistakes: bloopers and mix-ups

These guys really weren’t thinking when they emailed over their CVs... We bring you our CV funnies - just don't make the same mistakes!

10 CV mistakes to avoid

Read our guide to common – and easy – application mistakes that can make the difference between getting a job interview and having your CV put straight on the ‘no’ pile.

CV tips: what should I write?

A CV is your chance to sell yourself to a potential employer and it has to be well written. We show you how.

Top 10: steps to a successful CV

We bring you our 10 steps to creating a CV that employers just can't ignore!

CV checklist

We’ve put together a quick CV checklist to help you to make sure you’ve not missed anything. If you can tick off all of these points then you’re good to go!

How to: make a video CV

while they’re not suitable for every job, for areas of work where personality counts, a video CV is worth considering.

Cover letter tips

Are you SURE your job application is ready? Don't hit 'send' until you've made sure that you've followed all of our cover letter must-do tips.

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How to market yourself

Want to market yourself properly to employers? We've got advice from marketing and recruitment experts to help you get your pitch just right.

Application forms - what employers want

It's not always clear what recruiter want you to say on an application form. Well let's clear that up for you...

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Application forms - what to write

Sample questions and answers plus tips to help you structure your own responses.

Application form checklist

Before you sit down to write, make sure you've read through our handy job application form checklist.

Easy email mistakes

Career jeopardising mistakes are just a click away. Look over our checklist before hitting send!

Get creative with your job application

Looking for inspiration on how to create a knock-their-socks off application? We show you how to wow...

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4 ways recruiters find candidates

David Hipkin, head of recruitment and resourcing at RBI, reveals where recruiters go to find candidates.

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Interview advice

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Stay one step ahead and check out our interview advice to make sure that job is YOURS!

Interview mistakes: funny, sad and just plain bad

Interviews: Let your body do the talking

Difficult interview questions

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