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CIPD qualified, with over 10 years' experience within HR and recruitment, Lyndsey has indepth knowledge and insights into the HR industry, which, together with her writing experience, allows her to write in an engaging and informing manner. Lyndsey has worked with a range of clients in Scotland (where she resides) and London, as well as further afield overseas in the US and Australia. She is an advocate for continuous development, both professionally and personally.
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Published in Career

by Lyndsey McLaughlinLyndsey McLaughlin

How to write a character reference + (UK examples)
Character references allow an employer to understand who you are as a person and why you’d make a good fit for their open position. If you’ve been asked to write one for someone else, this blog will break down each step of creating a sparkling character reference.
How to write a character reference + UK examples
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14 min read

Published in CV Help

by Lyndsey McLaughlinLyndsey McLaughlin

Best CV Builder
There are lots of questions for a job seeker to answer early on in their search. One of the bigger ones is: which CV builder do I choose?
Best CV Builder
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6 min read

Published in CV Help

by Lyndsey McLaughlinLyndsey McLaughlin

How to improve your CV layout
A good layout and great content is the magic recipe that recruiters won't fail to appreciate. Take your CV layout to a new level with our CV builder.
How to improve your CV layout
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12 min read

Published in CV Help

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Why you need a personal profile for your CV
The personal profile is the employer’s first introduction to your skills and experience so it’s important to get this section right. In this blog, we’ll walk you through the most important elements of the personal profile and offer examples to get you started.
Why you need a personal profile for your CV?
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11 min read

Published in CV Help

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Margins on CV – The complete guide
When you create a CV, you want the design to be clear and concise. Your formatting works to this effect just as much as your writing does, which is why you shouldn’t forget to consider your margins as you develop your CV.
Margins on CV – The Complete Guide
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3 min read
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