Build a professionally designed, ATS-friendly CV in minutes. 12 industry-specific templates, cover letter builder, instant download.
Over 99% of UK companies use Applicant Tracking Systems to filter CVs before a human ever sees them. If your CV isn't optimised, it's invisible.
No tables, text boxes, or headers that ATS can't read. Every element is perfectly structured.
Work Experience, Education, Skills — named exactly how ATS expects for accurate parsing.
Built-in prompts guide you to include the industry keywords ATS systems search for.
Machine-readable PDF passing Workday, Greenhouse, Lever and all major ATS platforms.
Select your field and instantly see the ATS keywords recruiters search for in your industry — then add them to your CV with one click.
Every template tested against major ATS platforms. Beautiful for humans, perfectly readable for machines.
Bold header, classic structure. Ideal for senior roles.
👁 See example CVTwo-column layout with sidebar for contact & skills.
Ultra-clean typography. Let the content shine.
Accent colours & skill chips. For creative professionals.
Traditional serif styling for academia & research roles.
Dark mode, monospace accents. Perfect for tech roles.
👁 See example CVNHS blue branding, NMC registration focus. Perfect for NHS staff.
👁 See example CVNavy & gold. Conservative styling for finance roles.
Warm serif styling for solicitors, barristers & paralegals.
Purple gradient, education-first layout for new graduates.
👁 See example CVBold metrics bar to showcase revenue, quota & rankings upfront.
Teal NHS-style header with NMC & CPD sections built in.
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A great cover letter doubles your interview chances. Use our template to craft a professional letter in minutes.
Guided prompts and a professional template help you write a compelling cover letter quickly.
Tailor each letter to the job description with our keyword matching tool.
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19th March 2026
Dear Hiring Manager,
I am writing to express my strong interest in the Senior Marketing Manager position at Acme Corporation. With over 8 years driving growth at B2B companies, I am confident in my ability to contribute immediately to your team.
In my current role at TechVentures Ltd, I led a rebrand that increased inbound leads by 47% and managed a £1.8M marketing budget across paid, organic and partnership channels.
I would welcome the opportunity to discuss how my background aligns with your requirements. Thank you for considering my application.
Yours sincerely,
Alexandra Chen
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The phrase "responsible for" is the #1 CV killer. Recruiters want to see what you DID, not what you were meant to do.
Numbers make your CV stand out. Every achievement should have a metric — percentage, revenue figure, team size, timeframe.
"Hardworking team player with excellent communication skills" tells recruiters absolutely nothing. Everyone says this.
UK recruiters expect 1 page (under 2 years experience) or 2 pages maximum. No exceptions. We scan, not read.
Unexplained gaps are an immediate red flag. A brief explanation removes suspicion instantly.
Your CV gets you the interview — preparation gets you the job. Our interview guide covers the 50 most common UK interview questions with expert, recruiter-approved answers.
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One-click keyword suggestions tailored to your industry. Add the right skills that recruiters and ATS systems search for — instantly.
See your CV's ATS score update in real-time as you type. Know exactly how recruiter-ready your CV is before you download.
Paste a job description and see which keywords you're missing. Match each specific role you apply for with one click.
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Last updated: March 2026
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Last updated: March 2026
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