How to Tailor Your CV to Suit the Job You Are

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Why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? Sharp Consultancy is Yorkshire’s largest, most experienced and best-connected independent company committed exclusively to financial recruitment. We’re the true specialists. Unlike so many other firms, financial recruitment is all we do - so we’re probably the most focused and knowledgeable company in the region. And in Yorkshire, no other specialist Temporary and Interim Finance Recruitment team enjoy as many years of combined finance sector experience. Therefore, both our Transactional Temps and Interim Specialists divisions are the most knowledgeable in the region. Karen PitchforthKaren Pitchforth has over two decades of recruitment experience, dedicating more than half of that to Sharp Consultancy and is pivotal to our Interim Specialist division. Dedicated to South Yorkshire businesses, Karen has a vast network of part-qualified, fully qualified, or qualified by experience interim finance specialists in the region.Karen's Company ProfileKaren's LinkedIn ProfileColin MolyneuxColin Molyneux’s career spans almost 25 years and now in his second stint with Sharp Consultancy has been a key component in our Interim Specialist division. His expert focus on sourcing and placing Qualified Interim professionals across West Yorkshire and has a concrete commitment: whether it’s days or hours, he’ll meet your deadlines. Colin's Company ProfileColin's LinkedIn ProfileStuart DouglassStuart Douglass has been an integral part of our Interim Specialist division since 2016, building on a career spanning over 25 years. He focuses exclusively on senior interim roles within West and North Yorkshire and covers Part Qualified, Qualified by Experience and Qualified requirements. His deep understanding of the finance market means he is a trusted advisor to many clients. Stuart's Company ProfileStuart's LinkedIn ProfileDeanna CrosbyDeanna Crosby has established herself as a leading Transactional Temps expert in South Yorkshire. She focuses predominantly on the Barnsley, Doncaster, and Rotherham areas supplying variety of Transactional Temps including, Finance/Accounts Assistants, Credit Controllers, Sales and Purchase Ledger Clerks and Payroll. Dee provides a rapid response to meet her clients’ needs. Deanna's Company Profile Deanna's LinkedIn ProfileLiam O'FlahertyLiam O'Flaherty has over 20 years of finance recruitment experience. Now in his fifth year with us, Liam specialises in Transactional Temp recruitment throughout West Yorkshire. His deep understanding of the local market, combined with his consultative approach, ensures that both clients and candidates receive unparalleled service and support. Liam's Company ProfileLiam's LinkedIn ProfileTom TurnerTom Turner is now in his sixth year in recruitment, and entering his 3rd year with Sharp Consultancy, where he has quickly established himself as the go-to transactional temp specialist in the Sheffield market. Covering all aspects of transactional finance, Tom is the person to find the right fit when it comes to temp Finance Assistants, Accounts Payable Clerks, Accounts Receivable staff and payrollers. With shrewd judgement, he makes precise recommendations.Tom's Company Profile Tom's LinkedIn ProfileSo, with circa 100 years of combined Transactional Temps and Interim Specialist recruitment experience, and more than a third of that within Sharp Consultancy itself, the real question is not why is it that so many people and businesses in Yorkshire trust and rely on Sharp Consultancy to support their temporary and interim financial recruitment strategies? But more why would you choose to go anywhere else? Our aim is to earn your trust by providing a superior experience. To discuss how Sharp Consultancy assist you and your business speak to one of these leading experts in their field on 0113 236 6300 or 0114 261 1700.

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Tailoring your CV to be relevant to each application is one of the most crucial steps to take when looking for a new role. Making sure that your CV address each of the key criteria outlined in the job description is essential and will have a significant impact on whether you land that all important interview.

Whilst many candidates will (or should!) always have an up-to-date CV to hand, it is unlikely that simply submitting this each time you apply for a job will be enough to make you stand out from the crowd with a potential employer when they have dozens, if not hundreds, of applications being received for the most sought-after roles.

With so many applications to sift through, it is important that a prospective employer can see at a glance that your application ticks as many boxes as possible from the list of essential and desirable criteria outlined in the job description. And having lots of great information buried amongst paragraph after paragraph of text will do you no favours – your CV must be direct, punchy and straight-to-the-point so the hiring manager can clearly see that you have the skills and experience that they are looking for.

So, how can you tailor your CV for interview success?

Carefully read the job description and make sure that the language you use reflects that which has been outlined by the employer.
Consider how you can align your knowledge and experience with the specific requirements of the role; where possible give clear examples that back up your suitability.
Demonstrate how your achievements to date match the goals and objectives of role you are applying for. Highlight any successes, and evidence these with results that reflect the outcomes the business is aiming for itself.
Think about the industry sector and the skills which are going to be more appealing to a would-be employer; even in roles where the job title is the same there will be differences in what is required so it is important that you demonstrate that you understand that certain knowledge and experience may be more relevant to one sector than another.
Consider the level of responsibility you will be required to have in the role and ensure that, if applicable, you focus attention on areas such as line management experience, leadership style and staff development as well as your own personal attributes.
Use your personal statement to outline your experience, approach and ambitions and tailor these to be line with the company’s expectations of the role.
Do not be afraid to leave things out of your CV. As you progress in your career, it is not always suitable to include every aspect of every role that you have previously held. Make sure you understand what a prospective employer is looking for, so they don’t have to search through long-winded descriptions to find the nuggets that are of interest.

Sharp Consultancy specialises in the recruitment of temporary, interim and permanent finance and accountancy professionals. With offices in Leeds and Sheffield our highly experienced team of consultants recruit for positions throughout Yorkshire and beyond. CONTACT US today to find out more.