Welcome to the Jobseeker’s Blog from Brendan Hope CV Writing, a practical hub of CV advice, job-search strategies and career guidance for UK jobseekers and professionals targeting UK roles from overseas.
Whether you are writing your first CV, planning a career move or preparing for interviews, you will find step-by-step guides, templates and real-world tips to help you move forward with confidence.
You can also explore my wider career advice services if you would like one-to-one support alongside these articles.
This blog is designed as your one-stop shop for all things jobseeking. Articles are organised around the core areas I support clients with every day:
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After years of hard work and dedication, you have finally graduated. Congratulations! However, now comes the hard part - finding a job. As a fresh graduate, you will be competing with many other job seekers with similar qualifications, so it's important that your CV...
Being an executive is a high-stakes game. You are expected to be the best of the best, and competition in the executive job market is fiercer than ever before. When it comes to landing your dream job, it’s imperative to have a CV that truly captures your skills,...
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When it comes to getting hired, having a professional and well-written CV can make all the difference in the competitive UK job market. A CV is often the very first impression a potential employer will have of you, so it is important to make it count. But with so much...
Use the Ireland CV format Irish employers expect in 2026. Get a clear structure, section-by-section guidance, realistic examples, PDF submission tips, and a final checklist before you apply.
As a college student, you may not know when it’s the right time to start thinking about your resume. It’s common to think that you still have plenty of time before you need to worry about it, but it's important to start preparing. Experienced resume consultants can...
As a job-seeker, your curriculum vitae is your strongest tool to present yourself to hiring managers. It is your personal advertisement, a showcase of your skills, qualifications and experience. To grab the attention of recruiters, you must have a strong CV. In this...
If you would like one-to-one support alongside these resources, you can:
– Request a free CV review to see how your current CV is landing.
– Explore my CV writing services for graduates, professionals and executives.
– Book a discovery call to talk through your situation and next steps.
