
The UK's only specialist academic CV writing team
On average, CV People® clients secure 4X more interviews & land their next position twice as fast!
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Ditch the numbers game approach. Get your CV professionally written, targeted and optimised by an executive CV writer who specialises in your industry and land your next role 3X faster.
For over a decade, CV People® have driven significant career progression to academics across the UK. CV People's commitment to precision, excellence and attention to detail positions the company as the market leader in academic CV writing and career consultancy services.
Over 60,000 careers enhanced since 2011
Our range of premier, professional CV writing solutions can take your career to the next level. On average, CV People clients secure 4X more interviews using their new CV.

"As a family law solicitor with over a decade of experience, I struggled to transition into a new role. I hadn't updated my CV properly in over 8 years and my applications were overlooked until I used CV People. I was assigned to Ashleigh in the academic team and her expertise was a game-changer. Within 3 weeks of using my new CV I had 4 interviews which led to two great offers!"

Academic CVs crafted with
scrupulous attention to detail.
STEP 1. Existing CV Appraisal
Our process begins with a thorough review of your existing CV, examining its strengths and identifying areas for improvement.
STEP 2. Target Position Research
Your academic CV writer delves deep into the requirements of the roles you aspire to, ensuring they gain an acute understanding of the exact skills, experience, and achievements that matter most to the recruiters.
STEP 3. Strategy Consultation Call
Once your target roles have been assessed, it's time for a personalised strategy consultation - a pivotal step in our academic CV writing process. During this one-on-one session, your CV writer connects with you directly (via phone or Zoom) to gain deeper insights into your career aspirations and unique strengths, including your key skills, experiences, and achievements.
Your personal brand formatted for success. We ensure every word adds tangible value.
STEP 4. Expertly Crafted From Scratch
Drawing on their extensive industry knowledge and expertise, our academic CV writers dedicate an average of 12 hours to meticulously draft, target and design your new CV. They strategically incorporate the relevant skills, experiences, and achievements. By focusing on what matters most to employers, they position you as the ideal candidate, setting you apart from the competition.
STEP 5. Bespoke Document Design & Formatting
Each CV is expertly designed and formatted around the written content. We never work from templates! We design professional document layouts that are optimised for the CV parsing software used by all major UK job boards.
STEP 6. ATS Optimisation As Standard
Through our analysis of your targeted positions, we identify the exact key skills and requirements recruiters are looking for. Through strategic keyword integration and advanced ATS simulations, we guarantee that your new CV will pass applicant tracking systems for targeted positions.
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Be confident in every application you make and take control of your future.
STEP 7. Follow Up Consultations
During the follow-up consultation call, your writer will discuss the newly crafted CV with you in detail. Their goal is to understand your perspective and identify any specific areas you feel could be improved or tailored further.
STEP 8. Unlimited Document Revisions
Your assigned CV writer will address your feedback and make necessary adjustments, ensuring every aspect of the CV aligns perfectly with your vision and career goals.
STEP 9. Ongoing Support Throughout Your Career
From the first stages of consulting with you to presenting a truly bespoke, and powerful CV, our executive career consultants act as "career companions" who will accompany you as your career progresses. They will remain your point of contact for future additions. You simply will not find a more qualified or experienced academic CV writing team in the UK!
Everything you'd expect from the UK's premier academic CV service.

Master Academic CV Writers
We boast a dedicated team of 65 master CV writers. Each project is carefully assigned based on their expertise, ensuring the perfect match for your unique career history.
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Money Back Guarantee
Changed your mind? Landed the job of your dreams? Offered a pay rise after handing in your notice? No problem! We offer a full, no-quibble 100% money-back guarantee.
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100% UK Based
Our entire team are UK based and trained. We're true experts in the British job market, covering 72 industries, including industry trends, hiring practices, and employer preferences.

100% Satisfaction Guarantee
With our 100% satisfaction guarantee, we'll continue refining your new CV until it perfectly reflects your vision. There is no limit on revisions, and we eagerly embrace your feedback.
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ATS Optimised & Tested
Throughout the writing process, we conduct continuous ATS testing, ensuring every word adds tangible value and enhances your CV's visibility and effectiveness.

60 Day Interview Guarantee
Your success is our top priority, and we back it with our guarantee! If you don't experience an increase in interviews within 60 days, we'll re-write it completely free of charge.
Our Academic CV writing team specialise in working with the following clients:

LECTURERS & PROFESSORS

DOCTORS OF MEDICINE

SCIENTISTS & ENGINEERS

BARRISTERS & LAWYERS
The UK's #1 rated CV service. We've secured interviews for over 60,000 clients since 2011! Read every review & testimonial here.
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Start working with an academic CV writer today.
Not sure where to start or which service you require? Schedule a free consultation call with one of our academic CV experts. They'll highlight the strengths and weaknesses of your current CV, walk you through how our service works and answer your questions.
Rapid turnaround on first drafts
While we never rush, we also don't hang about. Once your consultation call is complete, get your first drafts within 3 business days.
Out of hours consultations
We know that chatting during business hours can be challenging. Our CV writers book consultation calls up to 8pm and on weekends.
Flexible payment options
Click 'Checkout with PayPal' on the service page for the option to pay over 3 months (subject to PayPal Credit requirements).
Get 24/7 help from real experts
Our award-winning team of UK-based CV experts are on-hand 7 days a week. We offer phone support, live chat and screen sharing.
Talk to us about our academic CV writing service.
Our academic CV experts are here to discuss your needs and how CV People can support your professional journey.
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Frequently asked questions.
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What's the difference between CV People's premium service and a budget CV service?When engaging a professional CV service there's typically two types of company you'll come across: Budget CV Mills Price Point: £50 - £200 CV Writers: Usually overseas freelance copywriters Volume: Hundreds of generic CVs per week Project Time: 1 - 2 hours Process: Re-write or edit the existing CV. Work from templates. No direct communication with writer or via email. Usually 1 round of revisions Bespoke, Premier CV Writers - (CV People) Price Point: £200 - £500 CV Writers: Directly employed master CV writers & application experts. 100% UK based. Minimum 10 years experience Volume: Work with a maximum of 4 clients per week Project Time: 10 - 12 hours Process: Study of target positions. Critique of existing CV and report compiled. In-depth Strategy consultation call. CV written & design from scratch using only relevant skills, experience and achievements. CV designed & formatted around the written content. Follow up consultations. Unlimited revisions If you are looking for a fast, budget service, a CV mill may be an option for you. However, the likelihood is you're probably best saving your money and writing it yourself using the free advice contained in our blog. These operators typically outsource to non-native English speaking countries where labour is cheap and quality is poor. They don't include consultation calls, and limit revisions, producing templated, rushed CVs, often littered with mistakes and not an accurate reflection of their clients skills, experience and achievements. With competition for jobs at an all time high, a bespoke, professionally written, ATS optimised CV is the only way to guarantee more interviews. This is the level of service you can expect when engaging CV People®.
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Which team should I work with?Our Management CV Writing Team specialises in working with professionals across team leader, supervisor, mid-level manager, and project/program management roles. This team understands the importance of showcasing leadership potential, team delivery, and operational impact. The CVs they create are tailored to demonstrate measurable outcomes, upward career momentum, and readiness for greater responsibility - all while aligning your experience with the expectations of hiring managers and internal promotion panels. In contrast, our Executive CV Writing Team exclusively partners with senior business leaders operating at executive, director, and C-suite levels, or senior managers aspiring to this level. Executive CVs require a different strategic approach - focused on boardroom influence, commercial leadership, stakeholder engagement, and high-level decision-making. Executive CVs are crafted to position you not just as a candidate, but as a peer to those sitting at the top table. The outcomes are sharper, more strategically framed, and aligned with executive recruitment processes, board-level scrutiny, and headhunter expectations. If you are unsure of your career level, give our team a call on 0800 058 4056 (option 1). We'll be happy to assist you in choosing the best team to work with for your unique career history and future aspirations.
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Do your CV writers have experience in my industry?Since 2011 we've grown our team to 12 specialist executive CV writers with experience across 72 different industries. We've written in excess of 15,000 executive CVs and 30,000 management CVs during this period. Our expertise includes, but is not limited to: • Accounting & Finance • Administration & Office Support • Arts & Entertainment • Building & Construction • Call Centre & Customer Service • Community Services • Design & Architecture • Education & Training • Engineering • FMCG • Government & Defence • Graduate Programs • Hospitality & Tourism • HR & Recruitment • Insurance & Superannuation • IT & Telecommunications • Legal • Manufacturing, Transport & Logistics • Media & Communications • Medical & Healthcare • Mining • Not-for-Profit / NGOs • Project Management • Real Estate & Property • Sales & Marketing • Self-employment • Sport & Recreation • Trades & Other Services
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What is the current turnaround time if I order my new CV today?Our standard turnaround is 3 business days from completion of your strategy consultation call. This is typically scheduled for the next business day following placement of your order. Express 1 & 2 business day turnarounds may also available depending on our teams current workload. Please call our us on 0800 058 4056 to enquire if you require an express turnaround.
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How do I get started?To book our services, follow these steps: 1. Click the “LEARN MORE” button on the package you wish to proceed. On the service page, click "Proceed to Checkout" or "Checkout With PayPal". 2. Complete your checkout. We accept all major debit/credit cards including Apple & Google Pay and PayPal Pay In 3. 3. Follow the link on your order confirmation page to create an account on our platform and upload your career history details. 4. Our team manager will review this information and assign your project to the most experienced CV writer in your field. Your CV writer will contact you directly to schedule your consultation call within 1 business day. Alternatively, call our onboarding team on 0800 058 4056 (option 1) to book your project in (Office hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri).
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What happens when I've placed my order?On completion of your checkout, you'll be redirected to your account section of our site to provide some information on your career history and your target positions moving forward, this only takes around 5 minutes and allows us to assign the most experienced CV writer for your profession. Once complete, our management team will review your information and assign your CV writer, who will contact you to arrange a consultation call at a time that suits you. This is all done within 1 business day.
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Who are your CV writers? How do we communicate?We've cherry-picked the industry's top talent since 2011, recruiting the UK’s top executive CV writers - including former HR leaders, board-level executive recruiters, headhunters and accredited executive coaches. With over 200 years of combined experience across 72 industries, our team brings deep sector insight and commercial understanding to every engagement. Each consultant is rigorously trained through our in-house executive development programme to ensure every CV meets the highest standard of strategic positioning and executive impact. Your journey begins with a one-on-one, in-depth strategy consultation, conducted via phone or Zoom. This session allows us to understand your leadership story, career direction, and strategic goals. From there, your dedicated UK-based executive writer remains available throughout the process via Zoom, phone, or secure online messaging within your account - ensuring a collaborative, high-touch experience designed around your schedule.
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What is an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and how do they work?Even at senior management and executive level, your CV must do more than impress - it must first be seen. Today, over 98% of employers and job boards use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to automatically filter applications before they reach a recruiter’s desk. These systems are designed to assess whether your CV aligns with the job’s specific criteria - including key competencies, leadership experience, industry expertise, and qualifications. Recruiters configure these systems at the point of advertising a role, inputting the essential requirements of their ideal candidate. The ATS then uses parsing technology to scan your CV and determine whether you make the shortlist - or get filtered out. According to Indeed data, 76% of CVs we're rejected automatically by their ATS in 2024, never reaching human review. If you’re applying for roles you’re qualified for but receiving little or no response, the issue likely isn’t your leadership capability - it’s your CV’s ability to navigate modern hiring technology. We guarantee your CV will be ATS-optimised for your target roles, ensuring it reaches decision-makers and performs in today's digital hiring environment.
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What's the CV People® triple guarantee?Interview Guarantee While we can't guarantee an interview for a particular position (there's simply too many variables), we do guarantee that your interview to application ratio will improve significantly within 60 days of using your new CV. In the unlikely event that it doesn't improve, your CV writer will rewrite your career documents again and complete any necessary changes free of charge. Money Back Guarantee Changed your mind after engaging our service? Landed the job of your dreams before we start work on your documents? Offered a pay rise after handing in your notice? No problem! We offer a full, no-quibble 100% money-back guarantee. 100% Satisfaction Guarantee As part of our 100% satisfaction guarantee, we offer unlimited document revisions. This powerful guarantee allows you to engage our service with full confidence that you'll leave the process with nothing less than the perfect CV.
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Is my data safe? Do you share my details with anyone?Your data is 100% secure. All communication with your assigned consultant is through our secure server. Once we've completed your project, all documents and communication are automatically deleted after 28 days. We never share or sell your data to any third party.