CV Optimiser guide
The best CV format is the one that makes relevance easy to see. For most UK job applications, simple structure beats decorative templates.
Use a focused profile, key skills, reverse chronological work history, education and relevant extras. Keep the first page focused on the role you want now.
Avoid layouts that look impressive but hide evidence. Columns, icons and heavy design can make scanning harder and parsing less reliable.
CV Optimiser checks whether your CV structure and content support the role before you send it.
Start with relevance. Your CV should show the target role, the right evidence and the language from the job description in the first page.
Add the important keywords you can honestly support with experience. A smaller number of well-evidenced terms is better than a long list that feels forced.
It can happen if core content is hidden in tables, images or unusual layouts. Clear headings, plain text order and readable bullet points are safer.
It compares your CV with a job description, shows missing keywords and highlights the fixes most likely to improve your CV match.
Paste your CV and a job description into CV Optimiser to get a more detailed match report.