How to write a professional CV: a simple 6-step method

A recruiter scans a CV for a few seconds before deciding whether to really read it. Your goal isn't to say everything, but to make the essentials visible right away.

1. Start with a clear headline

Under your name, state the role you want: "Junior accountant", "Web developer", "Executive assistant". The recruiter knows immediately what it's about.

2. Keep your contact details current

A phone number you answer, a professional email address and your city are enough. There's no need for your full street address.

3. Write a short profile

Three lines at most: what you do, your experience level and what you're looking for. It's often the only part read in full.

4. List experience from newest to oldest

For each role: title, company, dates, then two or three concrete results. "Cut invoicing time by 30%" beats "In charge of invoicing".

5. Add education, skills and languages

• Education: degree, school, year.
• Skills: software and know-how relevant to the role.
• Languages: with an honest level (fluent, intermediate, basic).

6. Proofread, then export as PDF

One spelling mistake can be enough to get a CV rejected. Have someone proofread yours, then send it as a PDF so the layout stays intact on every device.

With CV PRO, every section is guided and the preview updates as you type. You get a clean PDF in minutes.