In the competitive UK job market, does your CV
have what it takes to make the shortlist?
"I help you craft a CV that passes automated screening and gives you a
competitive edge by aligning your attributes with employer selection criteria,
while using human creativity to stand out from the 'GPTers' "
~ Elle Bradshaw BLIS, Owner of Oxford CV Writer
Please complete this form to outline your situation and schedule a 15-minute chat to discuss your needs. I will revert with available time and date options.
Phone me: 07537-180-533, text me: 07537-180-533 , Facebook me, or Whatsapp me.
Hello, I'm Elle. I personally take charge of every project, ensuring no aspect of your CV creation is handed over to CV mills, bots, contractors, or juniors. My expertise lies in fine-tuning your application to precisely reflect what employers are seeking, enhancing your chances of success.
In a market flooded with stale, generic, and GPT'd pitches, mine is a promise: to illuminate your unique attributes and work history in a way that engages and resonates with prospective employers.
My journey has woven through diverse experiences: earning a degree while balancing pregnancy and a full-time job at Loughborough University, becoming an Information Scientist at AstraZeneca, and then 180° pivoting to writing, HR, recruitment marketing, and business ownership.
This eclectic background has endowed me with a unique insight into understanding employer needs, aligning individual skills, knowledge, and experience with those needs, crafting persuasive narratives, and - in this digital age - document structuring to bypass ATS filters. This positions me perfectly to help others in securing quality job interviews.
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This initial talk allows us to identify the CV package that is best suited to your aims.
My background - I launched my business in 2020, drawing on fifteen years of experience in human resources, where I specialised in matching employers with qualified jobseekers. Originally from a small village in Leicestershire, my path has provided me with insights on both the mistakes to avoid and the techniques for success in CV writing, covering a wide spectrum of positions—from entry-level to executive posts—in the UK, Australia, and the United States.
Formal qualifications - I'm a graduate in information services (BLIS), former information scientist, HR recruiting consultant, and a proud founding member of the CVRA, a UK-based organisation dedicated to certifying and teaching CV and Resume Writers worldwide. This affiliation demonstrates my dedication to professional excellence and ongoing learning in the field of career development.
In a market flooded with generic GPT'd pitches, mine is a promise: to illuminate your unique work history in a way that resonates with prospective employers.
Selecting a CV package - Wondering which CV package will give you the best chance of getting to interview? The answer usually* lies within the job advert and description. By examining these closely, you'll find the employer explicitly outlines many of the qualities and skills the ideal candidate should possess.
In essence, your application isn't just about listing your experiences; it's about stitching together a narrative that resonates with your prospective employer. If crafting such a narrative seems daunting, fear not. Help is just an email or call away.There are four pillars of the application:
Do I need an executive CV package? - Executive roles come with the responsibility of directly managing staff and/or overseeing budgets (executive CV pricing page) whereas being in a job without direct reports or holding a supervisory role falls under general employment (CV pricing page).*Beware of relying on the job advert and description to figure out exactly what an employer wants, especially in senior positions. Avoid making applications via secondary portals such as LinkedIn since they often truncate the employer's requirements. Look for the employer's direct application listing.
Click on the phone, anytime night and day, to book a complimentary 15 minute call at a time that suits you.
Here’s my battle-proven process for building a winning job application. This approach adapts to the specific role, the employer’s requirements, and the level of challenge in securing an interview – yet these are the core principles:
To increase your chances of landing an interview, focus on creating a CV that's not only clear and concise but also tailored for the job at hand and compatible with ATS requirements.
Many people write their unabridged life history and present it as a CV or abdicate writing to AI. A successful CV should be your personal, creative, and persuasive "pitch" with the goal of both securing an interview and positioning you as a strong contender.
The lifetime value of your career could amount to millions of pounds. For the price of a good night out, a professional CV could well be your best-ever investment. You need an edge over other applicants, and generic GPT'd CVs can be spotted a mile off.
| Bespoke CV Crafting - A customised, hand-crafted CV that addresses a prospective employer's selection criteria with precision. | |
| Authentic, Manual Creation - You won't sound foreign or inauthentic, I don't use CV templates, or create automated one-size-fits-all CVs that fail to reflect your true self. | |
| Clear and succinct English - I will articulate your narrative in a way that not only resonates with British employers but also faithfully represents your voice. |
| Personal service by me - Not a contractor or CV factory, and crafted by human intelligence (HI) without mass-production aids. | |
| No faceless, mechanised processes - We'll build your application together, step by step; not by form-filling approaches that dilute the essence of who you are. | |
| Authentic feedback - No manufactured or solicited testimonials. The endorsements for my services are authentic, verifiable success stories from real clients. |
In addition to a creative and compelling CV, you'll need a concise cover letter addressing the job's selection criteria and—in some cases—a LinkedIn profile that aligns with your CV. To pass ATS bot-screening, all documents must contain keywords that match the employer's needs. You may also need to answer questions about the selection criteria separately.
Just out of university, Dad told me to contact a CV writer. This helped me secure an interview, which ultimately led to the job that launched and shaped my career. Growing up as a girl-next-door from a small village in Leicestershire, not much was expected of me, but I beat the odds. Now, I help others do the same. My father's advice was invaluable and still is. R.I.P.