I’ve done a lot of hiring over the years while working for a variety of companies and that’s given me the pleasure (?) of seeing the good, the bad and the darn right ugly when it comes to CVs. If there’s one way of making sure your application ends up in the bin, send in a rubbish CV. There are plenty of good resources on the web advising on how best to structure your CV. For starters you can check out our CV tips on RocketJobs.ie, but recently I also came across CV Cafe. They’re definitely worth checking out.
One additional point - when applying online for a job a lot of people just hit the “Apply” button and attach their CV. That’s just not good enough. You need to stand out, so treat it like an old fashioned application. In the message or email box write a brief message outlining why you want the role and how your skills and experience match what is required. Sell yourself! If you don’t, the plethora of other candidates will. The first thing a recruiter or employer will see is the email message, so if it looks professional and well thought out they’re much more likely to open your CV.
Good job hunting!