The Ultimate CV Checklist

Everything you should check before sending your CV to an employer.

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Before you start

I’ve read the job description and noted the key skills and requirementsMy CV is tailored to this specific roleIt’s a sensible length — usually no more than two pages

Contact details & profile

Name, phone number and a professional email address are at the topI’ve included my town or city and my LinkedIn URLMy profile is 3–4 lines, specific and matched to the roleI’ve left out a photo, date of birth and marital status

Experience

Roles are in reverse chronological orderEach role shows achievements and results, not just dutiesI’ve used numbers where possible (targets, savings, team size)Bullet points start with strong action verbsDates are consistent and any gaps are briefly explained

Skills & education

Skills listed match the language in the job advertThe most relevant qualifications and training appear first

Format & ATS

I’ve used standard headings (Profile, Experience, Education, Skills)Key information isn’t hidden in tables, text boxes, headers or graphicsThe font is clear and readable (around 10–12pt)It’s saved in the format the employer asked for, with a clear file name like Firstname-Lastname-CV

Final checks

Spelling and grammar are checked — and I’ve read it aloudSomeone else has reviewed itAll links workMy cover letter is tailored to match

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