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By Jenny Cairns 05 Jun 2023 7 min read

CVIA - Mastering the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to Enhance CV Visibility

Introduction to ATS In today's recruitment landscape a staggering of recruiters and employers rely on recruitment software known as Applicant Tracking Systems ATS to streamline their hiring process To...

By Ida Pettersson 20 Dec 2022 4 min read

5 Essential Skills to Include on Your Legal CV in 2023

After graduating from law school there are numerous different paths you can take with a law degree But regardless of your area of expertise you ll need a few key skills relevant to all legal professio...

By Rumaan 04 Jul 2022 10 min read

10 Tips to writing a successful CV

Are you tired of using the same CV for every job you apply for Do you want a little spark in the way it looks First you need to understand what a CV is A CV also known as a curriculum vitae is a short...

By Rumaan 01 Jul 2022 7 min read

Do’s & don’ts for your legal CV

Tired of using the same layout on your CV Looking to freshen things up Think of your CV as the first and most important impression that you will leave with your employer If you have a strong and posit...

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By Rumaan 16 Jun 2022 8 min read

7 ways to make your legal cv stand out

Applying everywhere but can't seem to land a job Maybe the problem is not lack of experience or skill Maybe it's just how you present yourself in your CV or Curriculum Vitae which is a summary of your...

By RoxanneB 13 Jun 2022 5 min read

How to write a legal CV?

Recruiters only glance at CVs for seconds on average according to studies Doesn't that sound a little harsh You spend days if not weeks developing THE PERFECT CV complete with bells and whistles - a r...

By RoxanneB 07 Jun 2022 6 min read

How to write a good personal statement when applying for jobs

What is a personal statement A personal statement is a concise summary or paragraph that tells the reader exactly what you can bring to the job It is a critical part of any job application it is your...

By RoxanneB 05 Jun 2022 7 min read

10 steps to a successful legal CV

The most challenging step of finding a new job is creating a successful CV that is professional and according to the recent CV writing trends Most companies will glance over your CV for a few seconds...

By RoxanneB 16 Mar 2022 7 min read

22 Top tips for making your legal CV stand out in 2022

Recruiters receive a mountain of applications from candidates looking to find their dream careers Therefore you won t be surprised to hear that they won t be spending long going through your CV and at...

By RoxanneB 19 Oct 2021 0 min read

5 key tips you need to be a standout legal candidate

The job searching journey can be tough we want to make it as easy as possible for you so here at Simply Law we ve uncovered key tips that can help you stand out in an interview learn more about a pote...

By RoxanneB 27 May 2021 0 min read

Law and legal CV 101: the essential guide

There are many qualities of a great legal practitioner At a glance they are analytical great at communication and digital-savvy They constantly abide by the law and protect it at the same time If you...

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