CV Optimiser guide

Free CV review

Use CV Optimiser as a quick first review before you apply. It checks how clearly your CV matches a job description and shows the biggest issues to fix first.

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Paste your CV and a job description to see role-fit score, missing keywords and priority fixes.

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Who this is for

  • Job seekers who want quick feedback before applying
  • People who need an initial review, not a full rewrite
  • Candidates checking whether a CV is too generic

What the checker looks for

  • Role relevance
  • Keyword gaps
  • Evidence of impact
  • Formatting and scan readability

Quick manual checks

  • Check whether the first half page matches the role
  • Look for duty-only bullets with no result
  • Compare your wording with the job advert
  • Paste the CV into plain text and check readability

What a useful CV review should cover

A review should go beyond spelling and layout. It should ask whether the CV is relevant to the role, whether evidence is clear, and whether the most important information appears early enough.

When to go deeper

If your score is weak or the same issues appear across several roles, you may need a more detailed rewrite plan. Start with the free check so you know where the problem is.

Frequently asked questions

What should I check first for free cv review?

Start with relevance. Your CV should show the target role, the right evidence and the language from the job description in the first page.

How many keywords should I add?

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.

Will an ATS reject my CV because of formatting?

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.

How does CV Optimiser help?

It compares your CV with a job description, shows missing keywords and highlights the fixes most likely to improve your CV match.

Check your CV before you apply

Paste your CV and a job description into CV Optimiser to get a more detailed match report.