Your CV is to showcase your qualifications, achievements, skills and experience. Avoid mentioning what makes you suitable for the job. Stick to the facts! A CV always needs to be sent with a cover letter as it is the cover letter where you make the link between your skills and the role you are applying for and why you believe you would make an excellent candidate.

A CV photo is not required. Start by mentioning your contact information as well as your date of birth. Keep your CV less than 2 pages and avoid mentioning what makes you suitable for the job. Stick to the facts! State only what the potential employer needs to know about you. Use bold letters to highlight titles and important information, as well as bullets and appropriate spacing.

Tailor-made to each vacancy your professional summary highlights your major experience, skills, and achievements relevant to the role you are applying to.

List your academic background in reverse chronological order mentioning the name and type of diplomas, as well as relevant courses/subjects and dissertation topic.

Explicitly refer to your last two (to three) jobs or latest years of professional experience. In addition, personal achievements in the work place are of great importance for Irish employers. Show your added value in each of the roles.