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Vacancy Search and building a CV

Categories: career management, careers, employment, career planning

These days most job vacancies are advertised on the internet, so you need only go online to discover what opportunities are out there for the taking.

Help with creating a CV

When you've found some jobs you're keen to apply for, check out the Careers Scotland website for help with creating a CV.

Our CV Builder tool is easy to understand and will allow you to create and store a bank of five CVs - useful if you're targeting different roles or sectors. We can even give you tips on what makes a good CV covering letter - which is essential for making a good impression.

You can also read up on our interview tips. Learn how best to present your skills and sell yourself, whether over the phone or in a face-to-face meeting with your potential new employer. Taking the time to prepare for your interview could give you all the confidence you need to secure your ideal job.

The "Facing Redundancy?" section of the Careers Scotland website has lots of information which will be useful to you if you are facing redundancy, or are worried that you might be about to lose your job.