Unlock Your Potential With Professional Career Advice & Coaching
Whether you are feeling stuck in your current role, planning a career change or simply unsure how to move forward, tailored career advice can make the difference between drifting and taking clear, confident steps. I offer one-to-one support that combines CV expertise, job-search strategy, interview preparation and career coaching for UK jobseekers at every level.
Together, we will focus on practical actions you can take now, from improving your CV and LinkedIn profile to reshaping your job search, preparing for interviews and making longer-term career decisions.
Career Advice Services
I offer three core career advice services that can be booked individually or combined, depending on what you need right now.
In a Job-Search Strategy Session, we take a focused look at how you are presenting yourself and how you are searching for roles. You will learn how to:
- Align your CV with your target roles and improve your chances of beating Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS).
- Adjust your profile, summary and key achievements to stand out to real decision-makers.
- Use LinkedIn more strategically to find roles, connect with the right people and track your progress.
By the end of the session, you will have a clearer, more structured job-search plan designed to increase your chances of securing interviews.
“After being made redundant after 15 years, I asked Brendan to rebuild my CV from scratch. He took the time to really understand my experience and the role I wanted. The new CV landed me an interview on my first application, and I got the job. His CV writing is worth every penny.”
My Career Coaching programme is built around a simple RICH framework:
- Research: We assess where you are now and what options are realistically available.
- Identity: Through questioning and a light SWOT analysis, we uncover your strengths, preferences and non-negotiables.
- Community: We explore how to use your network and where to build new connections to support your next move.
- Habit Development: We turn ideas into a practical, sustainable action plan with weekly steps you can actually follow.
This gives you clarity, direction and a bespoke strategy to move forward, rather than another generic motivational conversation.
“Brendan was incredible. He supported my move to Canada with a full CV rewrite, job-search assistance and career coaching. He identified the most effective job-search strategy and soon I was getting far more attention from recruiters and potential employers. He helped me regain confidence in my skills and value. I couldn’t recommend his services enough.”
The Interview Preparation Service is designed to help you show up calm, prepared and ready to talk about your experience with confidence. Typically, we will:
- Choose a specific role or type of role and analyse the job description together.
- Run a full virtual mock interview using role-relevant questions.
- Review your answers in detail, highlighting strengths and areas to improve.
- Provide a concise report with suggestions, sample responses and points to rehearse.
You leave with a clearer structure for your answers and a much stronger sense of what employers actually want to hear.
How My Career Advice Sessions Work
However we work together, whether for job-search strategy, career coaching or interview preparation, the process is straightforward and bespoke to you.
01
Initial Consultation.
We start with a brief conversation or written intake to understand your background, current situation and what you want from career advice or coaching.
02
Preparation.
Before our main session, I review your CV, LinkedIn profile and any relevant job descriptions. For some services, I will prepare targeted questions or exercises so we can use our time efficiently.
03
One-to-one session.
We meet online (or by phone) for an in-depth session focused on your goals, whether that is clarifying your next step, improving your job-search strategy or rehearsing for an interview.
04
Recap & next steps.
After the session, you receive a clear summary of key points, practical actions to take and, where relevant, suggestions for follow-up sessions or resources.
Ongoing support.
You are welcome to ask follow-up questions, and we can schedule additional sessions if you would like continued accountability or support.
Book a Career Advice Call or request a free CV review to get started.
Who My Career Advice & Coaching Is For
These career advice services are designed for:
– School leavers and graduates taking their first steps into the job market.
– Professionals who feel stuck or underused and want to progress.
– Senior managers and executives planning a strategic career move.
– Career changers who need help repositioning their experience for a new field.
– Professionals returning to work after a break who are unsure where to start.
Many clients combine career advice with my tailored CV services, including
no-experience CV writing, graduate CV writing, professional CV writing, executive CV writing service, LinkedIn profile writing and cover letter writing.
If you are not sure which combination would work best, we can decide that together during an initial call.
Career Advice & CV Guides
If you are not ready for one-to-one support yet, or you simply want to do some research before booking, you are welcome to explore my free career advice articles and CV guides.
On the blog, you will find:
– Step-by-step CV guides, including how to write a CV with no experience.
– Advice for graduates, professionals and executives on standing out in the UK job market.
– Job-search strategy tips, including how to use LinkedIn and job boards more effectively.
– Interview preparation checklists and example questions.
– Sector-specific guides for roles such as civil service, admin, sales and more.
You can browse the latest articles on my career advice & CV blog, and any service pages you have already visited will continue to support those topics in more depth.
Why Choose Me for Career Advice & Coaching?
Experience across industries and levels.
I have worked with hundreds of clients across sectors such as finance, tech, law, healthcare, education, logistics, public sector and more – from first-time jobseekers to senior executives.
Practical and empathetic.
I have made my own mistakes in job searches and career decisions, and I understand how stressful the process can feel. My role is to offer clear, honest feedback and steady support, not judgement.
Bespoke, not one-size-fits-all.
No two clients are the same. I adjust my approach mid-session if needed so that we focus on what will genuinely move the needle for you, not a generic script.
Joined-up with your documents and strategy.
Because I also help with CVs, cover letters and LinkedIn, your career advice, documents and job search all support each other rather than pulling in different directions.
Meet Brendan – Your Career Advice & CV Specialist
Hi, I’m Brendan Hope, Executive CV Writer and Director of Brendan Hope CV Writing. I started this service to provide personalised, straight-talking support to people who need more than a quick CV edit or a generic coaching session.
Over the years, I have helped clients step up into leadership roles, change sector, return to work after long breaks and rebuild confidence after redundancy or difficult work experiences. My approach is calm, structured and focused on practical next steps.
If you would like to talk through your situation, you can book a call and we will explore the best way to work together.
Career Advice & Coaching Success Stories
Many clients come to me feeling unsure, overwhelmed or stuck. After a small number of focused sessions, they often report clearer direction, stronger applications and significantly more confidence going into interviews.
“BHCVW was excellent. They offer a comprehensive job-search strategy and have all the tools and experience needed to help you into a new role. Brendan is patient, constructive and genuinely walks the journey with you, even checking in to see how things are going. I 100% recommend working with him if you need support in a tough career moment.”
“I’ve just completed my CV process with Brendan and his team, and it’s been seamless. My LinkedIn has already had more traction and, more importantly, my confidence as a jobseeker has soared. Having a professional review my CV and strategy has set me up for success. I couldn’t recommend Brendan enough, I feel far more empowered and equipped now.”
Frequently Asked Questions About Career Advice & Coaching
Here are some common questions about my career advice services. If you do not see your question here, you are welcome to ask a different question.
Is career advice right for me, or should I just start with a CV?
If your main issue is that your CV is outdated or does not reflect your experience, starting with a CV rewrite may be enough. If you are unsure what you want next, struggling to get traction with applications or feeling stuck in your current role, a career advice or coaching session can give you the clarity and strategy you need. We can decide on the best starting point together.
What if I do not know what I want to do next?
That is very common. You do not need a perfectly clear goal before we speak. Part of the coaching process is to explore your options, values, strengths and constraints, and then narrow them down into realistic next steps.
How many sessions will I need?
Some clients get what they need from a single, focused session. Others prefer a short series of sessions to maintain momentum and accountability. We will agree on a plan that fits your goals, budget and timeframe, and you are never locked into a long contract.
Do you work with my industry or level?
I have supported clients across a wide range of industries and levels, from early-career professionals to senior leaders. If I ever feel that your situation requires a different type of specialist, I will be honest about that rather than pretending otherwise.
Do you only work with clients in the UK?
I am UK-based and most of my work focuses on the UK job market, but I regularly support clients in Europe, the Middle East, Africa and North America who are targeting UK roles or UK-linked employers.
How do I get started?
You can either book an introductory call to discuss your situation in more detail or request a free CV review if you would like initial feedback on your documents. From there, we will agree on the most appropriate next step together.
Career Advice & Coaching Confidentiality
At Brendan Hope CV Writing, I understand that discussing your career plans can be sensitive, especially if you are still employed or considering a major change. Your information is handled carefully and confidentially at all times.
Brendan Hope Ltd is registered with the UK Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO), and all personal data is managed in line with GDPR. Your details are never shared with third parties, and any documents or notes we use during our work together are stored securely.
You can read more in my Privacy Policy, or contact me if you have specific questions about confidentiality before booking.
Where I Offer Career Advice Services
I provide my career advice, coaching, job-search strategy and interview preparation services remotely to clients across the United Kingdom and internationally. All sessions are held online or by phone, so you can work with me wherever you are based.
I frequently support clients in:
- London
- Grantham
- Manchester
- Birmingham
- Leeds
- Nottingham
- Northampton
- Lincoln
- And across the wider UK and abroad.
You can also view my full range of service areas for more details.
Office locations (by appointment):
Grantham – The Old Stables, Barkston Road, Marston, Grantham, NG32 2HN
London – remote consultations for Central and Greater London (service area only).
Ready to Talk About Your Next Career Step?
If you are ready to move from frustration and guesswork to a clearer plan with practical next steps, I would be glad to help. Together, we can align your CV, LinkedIn, job-search strategy and interview preparation so everything works in the same direction.