What is the correct length of my CV? Is your CV too short or too long? There are repercussions for your CV being either. So how long is a job winning CV? There are various theories about the appropriate length of a CV. In today’s extremely competitive job market a CV that is either too long or too short runs the risk of being instantly discarded by potential employers. This brutal method of short-listing means it makes sense to ensure your CV is just the right length, to give yourself the best possible chance of success.
Best practice guidelines suggest that an entry level CV, i.e. that of a graduate or school leaver with no previous significant employment history, should cover 2 A4 pages at max. However, a CV for someone with considerably more experience should cover more pages. CVs should always be typed, for clarity and neatness and you should use font size 12. If it is necessary to use a smaller font size to fit all of your required information in, then you should certainly not go any smaller than font size 11.
