Build a CV around evidence
No duty lists. Every bullet should show what you did, what changed and how you know. Coursework, part time work and societies all count when framed as outcomes.
Students & early careers
Starting out? Here's what actually gets you hired.
We headhunt for a living, so we see the CVs and profiles that get shortlisted and the ones that never get opened. This advice is free, honest and written for people entering the workplace for the first time.
The first-job playbook
Make LinkedIn findable
Recruiters search by keyword, not by potential. Put your target job title, tools and location in your headline and About section so you appear in their searches.
Apply narrowly, research deeply
Twenty tailored applications beat two hundred generic ones. Learn the employer's market, name a specific reason you want them, and follow up once.
Interview like a professional
Prepare six stories in a situation, action, result shape and reuse them. Always arrive with two questions about the team's priorities for the next year.
Guides & articles
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The No-Experience CV: A 2026 Guide for Students, Graduates and Career Changers
How to build a credible one-page CV when you have little or no paid experience, using study, part-time work, projects, volunteering and transferable skills.
13 August 2026 · 6 min read
Read the guideHow to Write CV Bullet Points That Win Interviews
A repeatable formula for turning duties into evidence, with before-and-after examples for office, technical, manual, care and early-career roles.
12 August 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideThe Inclusive CV Guide: Career Breaks, Neurodivergence, Disability and Age
Practical, non-apologetic ways to present career breaks, caring responsibilities, disability, neurodivergence, late-career experience and non-linear routes into work.
11 August 2026 · 7 min read
Read the guideGetting Past ATS and AI Screening in 2026
How applicant tracking systems and AI screeners actually read your CV in 2026 - and the formatting and language choices that keep you in the pile.
10 August 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideThe 2026 CV Guide: What Actually Works Now
A headhunter's breakdown of the CV format hiring managers and ATS systems respond to in 2026, from the top-third pitch to evidence-led bullets.
9 August 2026 · 6 min read
Read the guideThe daily and weekly habits that build a personal brand
Hashtags, keywords and VIP lists , plus the exact daily and weekly routine we give candidates who want to be visible to hiring managers.
7 August 2026 · 4 min read
Read the guideWhat to put in your CV , and what to leave out
A headhunter's checklist of what belongs in a CV, what quietly costs you interviews, and the formatting rules that keep you past the applicant tracking system.
7 August 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideBuild a LinkedIn profile that gets you found
It is no longer enough to simply exist on LinkedIn. Here is how to build a profile that attracts attention, says the right things and connects you with people who can help.
7 August 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideHow to write a LinkedIn profile headhunters actually find
Search visibility is a keyword problem before it is a writing problem. A practical structure for getting found.
26 July 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideYour first graduate job: what actually matters in the first 90 days
No one tells you the unwritten rules of a first professional role. These are the ones that matter most.
18 July 2026 · 6 min read
Read the guideSix interview answers that consistently land at senior level
The questions barely change. The quality of the answers is where senior candidates separate themselves.
10 July 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideThe five CV mistakes costing experienced candidates interviews
After reviewing several thousand CVs, the same five problems come up again and again.
3 July 2026 · 4 min read
Read the guidePlacement years and internships: how to choose one that pays off
Not every placement improves your employability. Here is how to judge the offer in front of you.
26 June 2026 · 5 min read
Read the guideUsing Linkedin for Headhunting: Our Five Top Tips
Whether you’re a HR professional, a budding recruiter or a senior engineer looking to hire, the ability to source top talent efficiently is essential for organisational success. With over 1 billion users worldwide, LinkedIn stands out as the leading professional platform, offering unparalleled...
8 December 2024 · 3 min read
Read the guideA Guide to Structuring Interviews with Effective Questions
When it comes to recruitment, interviewing is an indispensable tool for identifying the right candidates for a job. However, conducting interviews that truly unearth the skills, experiences, and personalities of potential hires requires more than just asking generic questions. A structured...
7 June 2024 · 4 min read
Read the guideInterview Techniques That Every Employer Needs to Know
The hiring process is often fraught with stress and high expectations. From sifting through a sea of resumes to identifying potential candidates who not only fit the job description but also align with your company’s culture, the journey can be arduous. When you finally narrow down the...
22 February 2024 · 3 min read
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