What is a CV?
Put simply a CV (curriculum vitae) (American resume) is a life history detailing professional, educational and personal achievements. Its use is to demonstrate an individuals skills and potential to employers. Ultimately a CV is a considered personal marketing tool used as a 30 second pitch to potential employers.
Why do I need a CV?
CVs are now considered to be an essential marketing tool to finding employment. A CV should be considered as an initial pitch to employers. CVs are a summary of achievement and an indicator of future potential and therefore act as a distinguishing instrument.
How do I order?
When it comes to ordering our service we strive to make the process as simple as possible.
We offer a range of payment methods including:
1. Online ordering from our secure online facility.
2. Ordering by post.
3. Ordering by email.
Post
Ordering by post allows our clients to send us information in long hand. However this method will understandably take a little longer but is handy for those who do not have access to online facilities.
Simply click here to request or download an information pack and application form.
As with our online ordering facility, this method is cost effective and quick. Simply click here to download an information pack and application form or to request a posted information pack click here.
What are your fees?
One Fixed Fee, No Hidden Charges!
Our CV package comes at a fixed price - £49.99
We offer our CV Networking Service for £15
At the original point of purchase we can provide additional copies of your CV for £1 per copy, extra speculative covering letters for £1.50 and targeted cover letters for £2 per copy. At a later date, extra copies of your CV and speculative or targeted cover letters are provided (subject to minimum order of five), at £1 per copy and are subject to a £2.50 charge for postage & packaging.
What do I get for your fees?
Construct-A-CV charge a fixed fee of £49.99, this includes:
Telephone consultations with an industry expert;
A targeted or speculartive covering letter;
An electronic copy of your CV and covering letter;
A hard copy of your CV and covering letter, presented to the highest possible standard;
A version of your new CV and covering letter on CD; and
All prices are inclusive of postage and packaging and come with a 100% satisfaction guarentee!
How do I pay?
We endeavour to be as flexible as possible with our clients. We are able to offer payment terms by credit card via our secure Google Checkout system, by cheque or bank transfer.
Why do I need to pay in advance?
Advance payment eliminates the need to chase bad debt, allowing Construct-A-CV to offer our expertise and comprehensive service at the lowest possible cost to you!
How long does the service take?
On receipt of our application form and any further necessary documentation from our client, will endeavour to provide the completed CV within 24hours.
What happens when I send in my order?
Once we receive your order, one of our dedicated consultants will manage your account providing a single point of contact for all enquiries. Your account manager will prepare a draft document, which will be emailed to you for your approval. Once any necessary amendments have been made, you will usually receive your final emailed copy within 24 hours from submission of your documents. Your paper and CD versions will be forwarded to you immediately by first class post.
How do your prices compare to other CV services?
CV consultation and writing service providers offer a diverse range of packages, and their prices vary dramatically. The individual can pay £5 to £5000 to realise their potential.
But what is the customer getting for their money?
Outplacement CV Services. These generally charge between £3000 and £5000 and should be avoided. These people are ripping you off! This is a marketing con designed to trick the consumer into paying many times over the fair market price.
Free CV Builder. Generally in life you get what you pay for! You will receive a traditional generic CV but it is unlikely to impress!
Nearly Free CV Services. These are available from £5 to £15. Again, the consumer must investigate how much time and commitment to promoting your true abilities and qualities to employers you will receive from these services. These services providers will mass-produce a bland, traditional CV with little to make the recruiter take the process any further.
The Hourly Charge Vendor. Between £100 and £500. When prices vary, prices rise. Many consumers are persuaded into agreeing into pay for the consultants time, however these services are often outsourced to typists without the necessary industry skills to complete a winning CV.
Construct-A-CV charge a fixed fee of £49.99 for our CV package. There are no hidden extras!
What if I'm not happy?
If you are not happy with the draft copy will produce, your dedicated account manager will work with you until we are able to meet your requirements. In the rare occasion that we are unable to agree on your perfect CV, Construct-A-CV offer a Money Back Guarantee.
What about data protection?
Construct-A-CV keep a copy of your completed CV and copies of paper documents sent in on application in order to update and amend your CV throughout your career. We do not forward your documents to any third party with out your express permission (in cases where the CV distribution service is utilised).
Do I need to fill out all of the application form?
Yes. Our industry experience has indicated that this is one of the most efficient methods of getting the information needed to produce your winning CV. However, this is just one of the methods used. Your account manager will be liasing with you over the phone and via email to get the maximum amount of information from our clients.
Can you tell me about your CV distribution service?
Construct-A-CV also recommends our CV Distribution Service. This service allows our clients to take advantage of our in depth industry knowledge and networking base. Construct-A-CV will forward your revised winning CV to our predetermined and carefully selected industry specific professional recruiters. Our clients will benefit from expanding the chance of finding the perfect job by getting CVs in front of as many recruitment experts as possible. Our CV distribution service is provided at a cost of £15, regardless of the targeted industry or market.
Do I need to come in?
No. Construct-A-CV operates on a national basis and has worked with clients as far a field as Glasgow and London. Visiting the team at Construct-A-CV is not always convenient. We have designed our processes to allow the creation of a perfect CV via information gathered over email or fax and the telephone.
What will your consultants do for my CV?
Quite simply Construct-A-CV will revolutionise your CV. Our competency based approach will put your old traditional CV to shame to create a CV which gets you in front of desired employers.
Why do I need to use a professional CV writer?
Most importantly we have the expertise to know how to get you noticed by employers. Research has shown that too many candidates submit CV, which are not up to the standards required to impress. Construct-A-CV save you time and unnecessary stress during the difficult and insecure process of finding employment.
What are my chances of landing my perfect job with your CV service?
A CV is a tool used to get you in front of employers. Much of the successful recruitment process will be down to the interview stage and beyond. However, we do claim to improve your CV as a personal marketing tool that will get you noticed and make the right first impression. Remember, if you are not happy with the results, our services come with a Money Back Guarantee.
