However, in some cases it can feel difficult to mould the skills gained in local government into something that will transfer into the wider job market.
Jobseekers need to create a CV that is tailored to each different role they apply for and search their career history to find skills or experiences that fit.
A CV is the single most important document for job hunters as it is the sole opportunity people have to stand out and secure an interview so relevant skills and talents need to be emphasised while less pertinent achievements can be removed.
'Your CV is like a sales brochure, with you as the product to be bought or sold. This is regardless of what you do, what sector you work in, or your seniority within your company,' explained Terry Morgan from CVChecker.com to Jobsite.co.uk.
The layout of the document needs to be clear and easy to read, as recruiters will skim-read and may miss valuable information if it is not instantly apparent.
Jobseekers need to create a CV that is tailored to each different role they apply for and search their career history to find skills or experiences that fit.
A CV is the single most important document for job hunters as it is the sole opportunity people have to stand out and secure an interview so relevant skills and talents need to be emphasised while less pertinent achievements can be removed.
'Your CV is like a sales brochure, with you as the product to be bought or sold. This is regardless of what you do, what sector you work in, or your seniority within your company,' explained Terry Morgan from CVChecker.com to Jobsite.co.uk.
The layout of the document needs to be clear and easy to read, as recruiters will skim-read and may miss valuable information if it is not instantly apparent.
