Case study

Daniel's story: changing industries.

"Was not having much luck in landing an interview let alone a job. After having my resume updated by CV People the results were immediate. I got a job and could not be happier."

11+ years
Experience
Arts
Budget management
Finance
Target industry
Unlimited
Revisions
The challenge

A CV that didn't tell the right story.

Daniel wanted to move from the not-for-profit world into financial services, and needed help showing which of his skills would carry across.

After more than 11 years in budget management for the arts, he was keen to use that experience but unsure how to present it in a way that would attract finance employers. His original CV didn't give recruiters a clear picture of his goals.

In a nutshell

Wanted to change industries and needed a CV that told a better story.

How we helped

A specialist writer, a consultation and a new story.

Daniel chose a package with his CV, cover letter, LinkedIn profile optimisation and unlimited revisions. We matched him with Angela, one of our specialist CV writers, who worked with him to:

✓
Find his most valuable transferable skills
Working out which skills would matter most in his target field.
✓
Put those skills front and centre
Highlighting them throughout his professional summary and work experience.
✓
Get past the ATS
Adding the right keywords so his CV would pass applicant tracking systems.
The result

In Daniel's words.

★★★★★

"The consultation questions really pulled out abilities and achievements I had been diminishing. The finished CV has given me confidence as I seek to transition out of my current industry after a career break."

Catriona W. - Career Changer
Verified on
★★★★★

"I am having a career change. My new CV manages to encompass over 20 years of work and presents it in a modern and professional way. Very happy with the result."

Career Changer
Verified on
Changing careers?

Find out how your experience reads to a new industry.

Get a free CV review from a specialist in your industry the same business day, or call us free on 0800 454 857.

Senior leader?
Careers Expert Group specialises in executive CVs, branding and transitions.
Visit Careers Expert Group