CV writing services are becoming increasingly popular in recent times, as fresh graduates compete for roles in the crowded market. The legal sector in particular is renowned for its saturation. Last year, 18,927 law students graduated across England and Wales – a record high, and only 44% secured a position of employment in any industry, let alone law. This increased level of competition is pushing more law graduates towards professional CV writing services. Let’s examine some of the ways that a professionally written CV can assist you as you begin your career in the field of law.
1. Differentiate yourself in the market
The sad reality is that you need to fight for your place in the job marketplace, and part of this involves creating a legal CV that doesn’t blend in with the rest. You may know what you want to say but not how to say it – many people feel that they cannot adequately describe their skills or achievements.
This is where professional CV writing services can really make a difference. A professional CV writer can help you strategise and enhance your law graduate CV to give it the most impact. Even better, a professional CV writer with a practical insight and technical understanding of the field can add much more value to your law graduate CV.
2. Analyse and sell your experience
Putting together a legal CV can be an intimidating and time-consuming process. Although law graduates have plenty of experience in writing, creating a law graduate CV is not the same. It requires an understanding of the type of language that legal recruiters are looking for, how to structure, present and tailor the CV to your desired role and how to deal with problem areas such as gaps, poor grades, or minimal work experience.
Rather than spending your valuable time trying to figure out the best way to present yourself, professional CV writing services can help you analyse your experience and skills, and present them in an effective way that will appeal to recruiters.
3. Navigate Applicant Tracking Systems
Law firms increasingly use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to pre-assess candidates. This involves a computer program scanning your CV for relevant keywords, meaning that if you don’t have all the right words in the right places, you’ll get overlooked. A professional legal CV writer understands the industry and the keywords that need to be included for the ATS to pick up your CV.
4. Maximise your impact
Some people are cautious about using CV writing services. They may be worried that it will seem impersonal or obviously the work of someone else. However, reputable CV writing services will always take the time to tailor your CV and avoid generic wording and templates. Furthermore, the term CV writing gives the impression your CV will be written word for word from scratch (thus making it impersonal). However, again a high-quality CV writer will work with an existing CV, refining, enhancing, and optimising what is already there to give it more impact – instead of simply rewriting it.
Looking for professional CV writing services?
In my career, I have seen hundreds of CVs. They come in all shapes and sizes – but of course, no two are the same. Whether you have any legal experience or not, I can extract relevant and transferable skills from your experience to date to help your chances of securing an interview. I have been trained in not only how to write CVs, but the psychology behind CV writing and how to present your CV in a way that immediately resonates with readers.
If you’re interested in my legal CV writing service, then please do get in touch with me to discuss.
FAQs
What are legal CV writing services?
Legal CV writing services are professional services that assist law graduates and legal professionals in creating well-crafted, targeted, and effective CVs. These services often employ experienced writers who are knowledgeable in the field of law and specialize in tailoring CVs to meet the specific requirements of the legal industry, helping clients stand out and successfully navigate the crowded job market.
How much should I pay for a professional legal CV?
In the UK, the cost of professional legal CV writing services can vary quite widely. On average, you can expect to pay between £100 and £300 for a high-quality, professionally written CV.
Are CV writing services worth it?
CV writing services can definitely be worth the investment for legal professionals, particularly if you’re struggling to create a compelling CV on your own. By leveraging the expertise of an experienced legal CV writer, you can improve your chances of securing interviews and fast-track the job-seeking process.