On this page we have tried answering some of the frequently asked questions and provided 10 tips to create a strong CV. If you still have any additional queries or matters you wish to discuss please do not hesitate to contact us.

• Registration
• Contracting
• Permanent

Registration
Send your CV to cv@pandprecruitment.com and please advise us if you are looking for contract or permanent work, or both. We will then process your details, adding your contact information to our database and attaching your CV as a Word file. We will not forward your CV to any third party without gaining your permission first. Back to the top <<

Contracting
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Permanent
Once registered with P&P your CV will be reviewed to assess your suitability for any relevant permanent placements we may be working on. If we feel you have the skills and experience our Clients is looking for, we will contact you without delay to discuss the position in detail and gain your permission to submit your CV to the Clients. Back to the top <<

 

10 tips from P&P to create a well constructed CV

1. P&P suggest a CV length between 2-4 pages, with most space given to recent roles, projects and experience.
2. Avoid taking up too much space in the first half page with address and contact details.  This is valuable space to create an impact so move contact details to head or foot of the page.
3. Start with person profile to summarize the CV content, identify who you are and what you can do in a snapshot.
4. For each of your roles include the basics of Company Name, Job Title and Time frame you worked there (NB the year itself is not detailed enough so put the month too).  If a company is not a household name it’s a good idea to add a web link to their homepage.
5. Avoid talking too much about the company and what they do or are known for.   Similarly, do not discuss what the “team” achieved or are accountable for, the CV needs to promote you and you alone.
6. For each role you have undertaken briefly explain what you were accountable for and what you achieved.  Elaborate beyond simply what you have done to explain how you did it and why.  This approach helps the reader build a picture.
7. Avoid making statements without backing them up, they can leave the reader having to make assumptions rather than clearly understanding your experience.  By simply adding additional layers of information your CV will have more depth and sound stronger.  For example, if you have management experience; explain what type (Direct, Matrix, Virtual), what was the skill set of the team members, how many were there?
8. Where possible explain gaps which may exist between roles.
9. Do not put your references on your CV but advise that information will be provided at the appropriate stage in the recruitment process “upon request”.
10. Last but not least, spellcheck your CV before saving and submitting.  It’s basic but still best practice.  Make sure the font size and type are readable and avoid coloured text, paper or backgrounds.

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