Looking for CV feedback and some advice from Finance professionals

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1. Of course! I’d be happy to help with your CV. Here are a few general tips specifically for finance professionals:

   1. Tailored Summary: Start with a strong summary at the top that highlights your key qualifications and career goals. Make sure it’s tailored to the type of finance role you’re targeting.

   2. Quantify Achievements: Use numbers to showcase your accomplishments. For example, mention specific percentages of cost savings you’ve achieved, revenue growth, or any other metrics that highlight your contributions.

   3. Relevant Skills: List skills that are relevant to the finance sector, such as financial analysis, budgeting, forecasting, Excel proficiency, data analysis, and familiarity with financial software.

   4. Education and Certifications: Highlight any pertinent degrees (like a degree in finance, Accounting, or economics) and certifications (such as CFA, CPA, or CFP) prominently.

   5. Professional Experience: Focus on your last few roles, detailing your responsibilities and specific achievements. Use action verbs to convey your role in driving results.

   6. Keywords: Incorporate industry-specific keywords from job descriptions. This helps your CV pass through ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) that many employers use.

   7. Conciseness: Keep your CV to one or two pages, using bullet points for easy readability.

   8. Additional Sections: Consider adding sections for relevant projects, volunteer experience, or languages spoken if applicable to your finance career.

   If you’d like to share specific sections or details from your CV, I’d be happy to provide more tailored feedback. Good luck!

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