best cv writing service nz

THE NZ CV SPECIALISTS

Get a Stand-Out CV from a New Zealand based Certified Advanced Resume Writer!

"I got a new job, my wife got a new job, our daughter got a new job, and my brother in Australia got a new job - our sincere thanks, we couldn't have done it without you."

Operations Manager | Test Engineer | Executive Support | Sponsorships Lead

WELCOME TO CVEXPRESS!

We are offering a limited time job search package for $250, comprising a cv rewrite and reformat, 2 individual cover letters, linkedin profile summary update and ongoing support. (usual price $299-$349). for those on a limited budget, our $25 template package is a great option; see our cv templates page., cvexpress (nz) is new zealand’s premier locally owned and operated professional cv and cover letter writing service, offering ongoing support, a dedicated writer, and employer approved formats..

Check out our recent feature article in Westpac Bank’s Red Newsletter:

https://www.westpac.co.nz/rednews/business/tips-to-make-your-cv-standout-from-an-expert/

“As a highly experienced native Writer I can offer you personal service and support, and will create a customised CV for you that exceeds market standards - and I’ll work with you until you achieve results." Linda Billington, CARW/CPRW

Certified Advanced Resume Writer - Certified Professional Resume Writer - Certified Career Coach.

We’re a genuine, established and trusted local Curriculum Vitae & Cover Letter Writing Service specialising in preparing CVs for any job type - we have prepared top class CVs and letters for thousands of clients in New Zealand and worldwide. We are experts in the local market and our turnaround is 3-4 working days. All CVs are prepared in-house, we DO NOT use Junior Writers or Outsource your CV offshore.

Immigrants and Emigrants:   Our service is very popular with people from overseas wishing to live and work in New Zealand - we can help put together a NZ CV if English is your second language.  If you're a NZ citizen moving overseas, we know Resume trends and requirements worldwide and can help with your transition.

We are available Monday to Saturday, 7am to 7pm - check our About Us page to meet our Team! If you want to know how your CV measures up in the current market, get a free, no obligation review : 

PROFESSIONAL CV WRITING SERVICES THAT GET REAL RESULTS - We're super excited about our clients' successes , including helping a former All Black secure several new coaching roles!

“ “I’m excited to let you know that I’ve landed my dream job. Every organisation I sent the CV to were impressed with the comprehensive structure of the CV.” ”

Many clients have been shortlisted with their first application or attained multiple interviews .

We helped one client win a prestigious $20,000 medical scholarship .

Our clients have won interviews or new jobs with thousands of local and overseas companies - check out our Testimonials Page!

THE BENEFITS OF OUR CV WRITING SERVICES

LOCAL EXPERTISE

We know the format that employers respond to and remove mistakes that can cost interviews. Your new NZ CV will be well researched, individually crafted and designed to attract the attention of employers. Our CVs are created in-house and are designed for both Recruiters and automated Applicant Tracking Systems.

100% NZ BASED

We are an established online service with a team of 3 Kiwi Specialists and experienced in more than 80 job types . We have over 30 years of combined industry experience and keep up to date with current market trends. We provide FREE information sheets on Interviews, LinkedIn, Resignation Letters and more.

RESULTS & PERSONAL SERVICE

Our Certified Writer will work with you until you are getting results, ensuring your CV exceeds NZ market standards and demonstrates how you meet the Key Selection Criteria specific to your vocational industry. Your new CV will be stored in the Cloud permanently, so will never get lost due to computer error.

THE PROCESS IS REALLY EASY - JUST ORDER BELOW, SEND US YOUR CV AND WE'LL DO THE HARD WORK!

If you would like more information, send us your Resume, and Linda (our Certified Writer), will give you some free, helpful and honest advice.

Or, ORDER ONLINE here (add 1 cover letter for only $70, or 3 letters for $90) - no extra GST will be added.  Payment can be made via secure PayPal, debit or credit card, or Internet banking to a Kiwibank account.

STARTER CV:  ( 0-2   years experience )

INTERMEDIATE CV:   ( 2-10 years experience )

SENIOR CV:   ( 10+ years experience )

If you're on a budget you can get our NZ specific, expert-designed Word TEMPLATE PACKAGE  for only $25!

We are the preferred CV Writers in NZ, so order with confidence today!

Whatever your profession, we will help you stand out to recruiters - we write "employer friendly" documents that gives them what they're looking for!  We offer low cost cover letter options - either a general one you can copy and use over again, or up to 3 targeted ones.  We include free   information on choosing referees and the   interview question that may win you the job .  With over 30 years of industry knowledge and an excellent reputation, you're in good hands with some of the most experienced Curriculum Vitae Writers nationwide, and are available in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch and all of NZ.

The best reason for using our service is that we know the Curriculum Vitae format that is most effective with NZ employers and this will help to increase your success rate.  Whether you're in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch or beyond, we know how to best represent you with a specialist document that is polished, targeted and relevant.

A Higher Quality NZ CV:   We take as much time as is needed to write documents that are professional and of the highest quality.  Whether you're a school leaver, a recent graduate, are looking to come and work in New Zealand or have worked here for a long time, our Professional Resume Writers can make a document for you that will stand out.  We research the market and keep current with trends for the best way to present your experience and skills to employers.

We've streamlined the process

Our CV Writing Services in Auckland and nationwide are hassle free  - just order online and we will email your templates straight out; or if our Curriculum Vitae Writers are preparing your NZ CV, just email us your old one and put your feet up while your Consultant goes to work to create your new document in 3-4 working days.  Your new document will be individually and uniquely written to the highest standards.    Wherever you live, Auckland, Wellington, Dunedin or beyond, we make it easy for you.

Kiwis helping Kiwis

100% Kiwi owned!

We are 100% Kiwi owned and operated with many years of industry experience.  Our Professional CV and Resume Writers assist people from all kinds of professions, from both here and overseas to succeed in the NZ job market.  We get consistent feedback that employers are very impressed with our clients' CVs.  We take the guesswork out of writing one of these documents from scratch, or negotiating complicated automated templates.  We provide CV writing services to all NZ including Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch.

The importance of cover letterS

The importance of having a professionally prepared cover letter that complements your Curriculum Vitae should not be underestimated, so we offer a very low cost cover letter when you book our CV Writing Services. The quality of your cover letter may determine whether or not your job application is even considered by a recruiter.  It is the first impression they receive about you and if it's not right, it may not matter how flash your Resume is.  We can target your cover letter to a specific position or give you a more general one that you can copy and use for multiple applications.  We have an understanding of the culture of big cities like Auckland, Wellington and Christchurch, as well as the smaller rural areas and can target your details to those areas.

Professional Curriculum Vitae Writers Ready to Help you

We are an online service, so we can keep our costs low and pass that saving to you.  We have experienced Curriculum Vitae Writers who are experts in their particular field.  We believe in providing a top quality product for a reasonable price.  You will work with one Consultant through the whole process and we are available to help you 7 days a week with a turnaround time of 3-4 working days. Let us help you today!

Our Professional CV Writers are available in Auckland and across all of NZ (including all the major centres such as Hamilton, Tauranga, Dunedin, Christchurch and Wellington) and we are also pleased to offer our services as Professional CV and Resume Writers to school leavers and new graduates.  We cater to people from Australia looking to move across the ditch and any overseas visitors who want to be working in New Zealand.  We have clients from the USA, India, China, South America, Europe, Australia, Singapore, Asia and South Africa.  We won't quit until you are fully satisfied - many of our clients show our work to their colleagues who are Executives and experts in HR and employment, and the feedback is always very positive.  We will keep working on your CV until you are getting results with it and that is our guarantee to you.

Job-Winning CV Writing Services For You

Jig reviews.

Our Latest Customer Reviews

We've been helping people 'get the job' since 1998! Check out some honest, uncensored testimonials from our clients about their experience of our CV writing , interview/career coaching and other services.

Maxine updated my detailed CV to better match my current employer/recruiter needs, highlighting my skills. She is fast, friendly and a clear communicator. That combo of market knowledge and expert writing is unbeatable.

Prompt service & great communication. I'm very happy with the CV. Would definitely recommend this service to others.

Christeline supplied the layout and gave excellent advise on how to better capture the attention of potential employers

The Team were easy to communicate with and the end product came through quickly and was written to a high standard. I would use their services again!

Need help making your CV stand out? You're in the right place! Our expert CV writers are ready to show off what makes you special. We promise you'll love what we do. We're all about helping you succeed and land your dream job. Your amazing CV will show everyone what you can really do. Start now with a free, personalised CV review and see why so many people love our CV writing service .

Meet Our Expert CV Writers

Quite possibly the most hard-working & dedicated team of digital nomads you'll ever meet. At our core, each and every one of us wants what's best for you and it's your success stories that have been fueling us for over 20 years now.

Need Help Getting Started?

Check out our FAQ or give us a call - we're also on live chat and Discord and have been known to use that old-fashioned email thing too!

• Board Member CV Writing Services
• Governance CV Writing Services
• How to Write A Governance CV
• CV Writing Services to Work in Australia
• How to Write a CV
• How to Write a CEO CV
• How to Write a Manager’s CV
• How to Write a Senior IT CV
• How to Write a Consultant CV
• How to Write a Maori Focused CV
• CV for Smaller Organisation
• How to Write CVS for Non-Profit Jobs
• CV & Cover Letter Writing
• LinkedIn & PR
• Express (Fast) CV Writing Service
• Maori Focused CV Writing
• CV Writing for Australia
• Coaching & Branding
• Senior Manager CV Writing Services
• Networking & Direct Applications
• Professional CV Writer Service
• Recruitment Services
• Employer Presentations
• Corporate Employee Branding
• Books About CV Writing
• Buy CV Templates
• Testimonials

Executive CV's

Written by specialists in Executive CVs to say not just what you have done, but who you are, and what you have to contribute to a company’s vision. Professionally write CVs to help you get a new executive role, consulting opportunity or higher paying or international position.

Linkedin & PR

Set up or manage your LinkedIn and PR in a way that continually attracts organisations and their board members to find you. LinkedIn is commonly used by executive headhunters who want to find people like yourself for usually higher paying and top level positions.

Coaching & Branding

Discover who you are, what your potential is, and how to enter a role that is the perfect fit. Brand yourself as an expert in what you do.Our outplacement, career coaching and executive coaching and direction services help you achieve a new executive position or move into high paying consulting roles.

Network & Direct Applications

Build your senior level career prospects by enlarging your network. Then, open up a role for yourself in an organisation that you want to work for. Sidestep traditional CV application processes and uncover more opportunities and find a new senior level job.

As New Zealand’s #1 Executive CV writers

Acclaimed since 2013, we are proud to provide world-class CV writing services. Our team is led by Certified Professional Résumé Writers (CPRWs) and managed by a New Zealand recruitment expert. We are also frequently called on by New Zealand recruiters to re-write their candidate’s CVs. We ensure you don’t just have a good CV, but a top quality­ CV that helps you get the type of job you want. We work with customers in almost every industry, and at all levels, for CVs, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interview coaching – from entry to senior level. We get people interviews with the help of our service, and we are here to help you.

Our Philosophy

The secret for every executive is to discover what they are truly capable of, and then find or create a position for themselves that suits just this.

Executive Branding

Step away from the traditional model of applying directly by CVs and instead learn to brand yourself, so headhunters find you.

Services for Consultants

Are you a consultant? Or a contractor? Services are available to help you find more business or transition to the workforce.

CV's & Resumes

Available together, or separately from our other services; our Executive CV service has been used by many of NZ and Australia’s top GMs and executives.

Becoming A Consultant

Consultants typically receive higher pay rates for their work, and enjoy work-life balance flexibility. We can coach you in this direction.

Career Planning

Take early steps to achieving goals and exploring the different pathways available to you.

Executive Applications

Receive assistance in senior management, GM, CEO and other C-Level job applications.

Where Customers Get Jobs?

Our professional CV writing services help people get jobs with a well written CV. Our CV service also does cover letters and LinkedIn profiles. We also do CVs for Australia, Canada, the USA, Singapore, Pacific Islands, and many other countries. We are called by people as the best CV writing service in New Zealand for the senior and executive level. Our customers get job interviews across business, government, healthcare, I.T., utilities, education, engineering, medical, science, law and the legal profession, insurance, banking, project management, executive management, board positions, governance, hospitality, tourism, airlines, infrastructure, real estate, property and many more. Our clients include CEOs, COOs, CFOs, Head of role holders, GMs, governance or board members, financial controllers, general managers, project managers, consultants, team leaders, managers, and more.

Request A Free Appraisal On Your CV

Your Email*

Your Phone*

How Can We Help You*

Attach Your CV (Optional) File Types Accepted: PDF, DOC or DOCX

• Linkedin & PR

With experience writing over 2,000 CV’s with many of them being at the senior level, we’ve successfully helped many of New Zealand’s senior level  professionals  seekers get interviews for jobs, senior management positions, board positions, consulting, academic, leadership, etc.

A professionally written  CV helps you stand out from the many of people applying for the same job, position, or opportunity as you.

We can write a CV for almost any and every industry. We have written thousands of CV’s in the past for professionals in New Zealand, Australia, and abroad. We have plenty of experience to write a CV, résumé, cover letter, and LinkedIn profile, and provide interview coaching.

This is a sample text. You can click on it to edit it inline or open the element options to access additional options for this element.

WHAT THEY SAY

Client testimonials, executive director at waikato dhb / gm at hospice taupo.

“The return on the Investment has simply been incredible. Arthur himself produced a CV for me that was far beyond the quality that I have seen as a recruiting manager. I have now secured an exciting executive role and owe a lot of this to the coaching, products and skills of Arthur and his team. – J. Bennett”

DANA ANDERSON

“Truly opened my mind, and the way I and others see myself – so that I am appreciated for my full value proposition to employers and companies.”

GM DUTY FREE DFS NZ, EX-GM DFS AUSTRALIA GOLD COAST

“I would recommend Arthur to anyone that is seeking individual and personalised approach and the best representation of their career achievements and transferrable skills that will stand out and be noticed by potential employers of choice – A. Kujovic”

GENERAL MANAGER OF PERFORMANCE AT FONTERRA NZ

“The process and engagement from them was excellent and the results were above my expectations. I can confidently recommend his services to anyone looking for a professional CV that brings out all your valuable and transferable skills. – C. Ward “

M. L. - CEO CV

““There is no doubt in my mind I would absolutely recommend you to any senior professional looking to make the next step, because your service certainly pays for itself.”

GILLIAN JOHNSON

“The new plan we made for my consultancy career is something I have followed for the last 6 months and has gained me significant new income and mentoring opportunities in my downtime.”

CHIEF ADVISOR TO AUCKLAND COUNCIL

“I would recommend Arthur to anyone wanting to revitalise their CV, especially if you are targeting a specific role. – A. Minturn”

SENIOR ASSET MANAGER - AMP CAPITAL

“Executive ONE were fantastic and undertook a very thorough in-depth process to provide me with a comprehensive CV and updated Linkedin profile from which I have received excellent feedback. I thoroughly recommend their services and thank them sincerely for their assistance. – A. Beattie”

COLLEEN MILNE, EX-CEO - REAL ESTATE INSTITUTE OF NEW ZEALAND

“Arthur was engaged to review my CV and to prepare sample Cover Letters appropriate for my areas of expertise and interest. The CV has been exceptionally well prepared and Cover Letter of a very high standard. I recommend ExecutiveOne for those looking to update their personal selling tool box, CV, Cover Letter and Linkedin”

Who Can Our Professional CV Services Help

• Publications

CV writing for many different industries and matters including: business, financial services, I.T., technology, education, government, NGO, not for profit, societies, panels, project management, banks, insurance companies, transport, logistics, aviation, port, airport, engineering, arts, teaching, health, legal, law,  health, beauty, industrial, manufacturing, export, import, care, social care, social services, utilities, telecommunications, retail, hospitality, hotel, property, real estate, institutes, and more. 

Request A Free Consultation

Professional CV writing service for executives and senior managers. CV writer for various industries, professional CV writing, template, interview coaching, career advice. Leading provider in NZ. Make your professional CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile.

RECENT POSTS

Recent posts, can i pay someone to write my linkedin profile, how to find remote jobs on linkedin, how to find a job on linkedin, 09 974 9637.

[email protected]

• Free Advice

Copyright ExecutiveONE ™. All rights reserved.

To get you started, we’d like to send you a free article that tells you what makes a truly amazing CV.

No. 1 CV Writing Service in New Zealand

Over 4000 Customers Served.

(09) 281 2675

[email protected]

July SPECIAL : Save 30% on our full job search solution CLICK HERE NOW!

• Special Packages
• What we offer
• CV & Cover Letter Writing
• Job Interview Coaching
• Executive & CEO
• Recruitment Services
• LinkedIn Profiles
• Success Stories
• Free Advice

Let us help you get that job you deserve

Get Your Free CV Review

Find out what employers don’t want you to know. Get Your Free CV Review.

Where customers get jobs

See the full list of companies

As top New Zealand CV writers operating 9 for years through 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019, 2020 and 2021 we are proud to provide world-class CV writing services. Our team is led by two Certified Professional Résumé Writers (CPRWs) and managed by two New Zealand recruitment experts . We are also frequently called on by New Zealand recruiters to re-write their candidate’s CVs. We ensure you don’t just have a good CV, but a top quality­ CV that helps you get the type of job you want. We work with customers in almost every industry, and at all levels, for CVs, cover letters, LinkedIn profiles, and interview coaching – from entry to senior level. We get people interviews with the help of our service, and we are here to help you.

Why choose us?

What our clients say

• My field (computer programming) was competitive in the UK, and it’s even worse in NZ. I called up, got a much more polished CV, and we did 2 interview coaching sessions. First session we rehearsed niche, technical, and specialist questions related to my job in “STAR” format. Second session, we looked into negotiating salary convincingly. I said I’d only write an endorsement if I cracked a 6 digit salary… so, here you go Phil is now earning 35% more after King of CV’s help and is now working in a role with additional benefits and international travel opportunities
• Arthur, please feel free to add my testimonial on your website. Having graduated a year ago but still working until recently in customer service positions – you know how eager I was to finally get a job in journalism. Getting a call from one of the country’s largest newspapers saying my application and CV stood out by a mile was a thrill that I eventually got taken on as a journalist intern, and am now in a paid role! This industry is cut throat, and for me to get this I am so happy! Thank you also for helping with the job advice and interview coaching 😀 J.X. Jackie is not only earning more after King of CV’s help, but is now working in a job she loves going to every day.
• Mate, it’s 100% obvious you are a recruitment professionals! I’m an advertising and communications manager, so one could excuse my confidence in assuming I can do my resume myself. I used appealing adjectives, had a catchy template, and talked up my experience. Not embarrassed to admit that nothing worked out. Taking the punt with you guys made it clear recruiters think in a totally different way to applicants. Thank you so much, I’ve got interviews! Success! James got paid 20% more with King of CV and is now working in the job of his dreams

Comments are closed.

Land 4X More Interviews With A

Superior Quality CV

NZ-Based Professional CV Writers    Trusted By NZ Executives We've helped countless kiwis secure job interviews & job offers in Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch & beyond. 

Over the years, our world-class team of professional CV writers has collaborated with a range of professionals from entry-level to C-level, empowering them to land job interviews & job offers with some of New Zealand's most reputable & successful organisations.

                                                                                          It generally takes 8 to 12 hours to draft, design, revise, proofread, and finalise a superior quality, interview-winning CV. Unfortunately, there are some low-end services out there that offer extremely low prices and spend very little time writing your CV. In some cases, they even outsource the work offshore to cheap, inexperienced contractors.

NOT ALL CV WRITING SERVICES ARE THE SAME!

How do we know? Because their unhappy clients often come to us for help when their CV fails to generate interviews!

Seasoned CV writers specialising in more than 40 career fields.

years' experience in candidate selection and CV screening.

years' experience as professional CV & resume writers.

years' experience in writing job advertisements.

With a steady finger on the pulse of the New Zealand recruitment industry, we'll get to the heart of your point of difference to transform your CV into a compelling document that communicates your value to prospective employers.

Here's Why New Zealand Executives & Professionals Hire Us:

We Go Way Further Than Other CV Writers

While most CV writing services only focus on writing documents, we go beyond and prepare our clients for job interviews using research-backed methods. We also share with them proven salary negotiation techniques as well as tried & tested answers to common interview questions.

No Offshore Outsourcing

Unlike some low-end services out there, we DO NOT outsource work offshore to cheap, inexperienced writers who cobble together substandard CVs using pre-written templates. All your documents are individually crafted by one of our NZ-based Executive CV Writers with a strong background in either recruitment, HR or career consulting.

60-day Interview Guarantee

This powerful guarantee comes with our All-in-One package. Although unlikely, if you do not receive job interviews and can provide written feedback from a recruiter that you were unsuccessful in securing an interview due to your CV not being of a professional standard, we will rewrite it – free of charge, as long as you notify us in writing within 60 days of receiving the final CV draft.

A uthentic CV Writing Service For Ambitious NZ Professionals. Here's what our clients have to say:

Tim M. | Wellington

Financial Controller

Hi Drew, the CV looks wonderful and it’s written beautifully. Feels great to see a CV that was so old and out of date given a new life!

Megan A. | Auckland

Regional Sales Manager

I have worked with two other professional CV writers and your work is by far the best. So pleased with my new CV and Cover Letter.

John C. | Christchurch

Operations Manager

I put my application in and have got to the phone interview stage so the CV has done its job. I feel I've got good value for money from your services.

Mohammed G. | Hamilton

Systems Administrator

Thanks for your efforts in turning my normal CV into a powerful one. After reading my CV I'm feeling pretty confident in applying for jobs.

High-Performing Kiwis Hire Our High-Calibre Team Of Professional CV Writers.

With an unmatched track record of creating compelling and concise CVs for local and overseas clients from Australia, South Africa, Europe, India and China, our CV writers have helped many clients secure job interviews with some of New Zealand's most reputable and successful organisations such as Fonterra, Air New Zealand, The University of Auckland, Fletcher Building, NZ Police, Auckland Council, ANZ, Auckland University of Technology, Fujitsu, Chorus, Auckland DHB, and IAG Insurance.

Our approach is personalised, not "one-size-fits-all". We collaborate with you to create a value-based professional CV that compels hiring managers to invite you for job interviews. Value-based CVs communicate to hiring managers the strengths and value you bring to the table, demonstrating how you can become a key contributing asset to their organisation.

Collaborate with our expert resume writers & personal branding specialists to communicate your value proposition to New Zealand employers.

Whether you're based in Auckland, Christchurch, Wellington  or beyond, we have an easy and collaborative writing process that can make your job search journey significantly less stressful.

As part of the process, we ask you the right questions designed to pinpoint your core strengths and bring out the best of your career accomplishments.

All your career documents are meticulously crafted by experienced CV writers with a background in recruitment, HR or career consulting. Our writers are well-versed in creating interview-winning CVs as well as attention-grabbing LinkedIn profiles.

A Striking LinkedIn Presence Is No Longer Optional — It Is Now Absolutely Necessary To Bolster Your Personal Brand.

Over one million Kiwis use LinkedIn. Its exponential growth has made it crucial for a large number of employers to pay closer attention to it. According to Careers NZ , 60% of hiring managers say they are less likely to give you an interview if they can't find you online.

LinkedIn is a ridiculously large platform for online recruitment —   everyone knows it. So why would you want your online presence to be anything less than outstanding? Think about it.

Your success on LinkedIn will largely depend on your ability to craft intriguing stories about your career. Let our team of professional writers help you build a LinkedIn presence that is second to none.

Top 3 FAQs About Our CV Writing Service

How do i get started what is the process.

Head to the Order Now  page, select your package and follow the prompts to make payment. You'll immediately receive an order confirmation email, and within the next 24 hours, a member of our team will contact you to start the writing process. Throughout the writing process, one of our NZ-based Senior CV Writers will work one-on-one with you until you're absolutely delighted with your documents. Learn more about our writing process here .

Do you serve clients throughout New Zealand?

While our office is located in Auckland, we work online (via phone and email) with clients throughout Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton and beyond, including overseas clients who are migrating to New Zealand. After dealing with a large number of clients over the years, we know working online is the most efficient way to serve them. It also allows us to keep costs low, which makes our services more affordable for everyone.

Do you have experience in my industry?

Our writers have experience crafting CVs for professionals from over 40 career fields, including but not limited to Accounting, Banking, Marketing, Recruitment, Retail, Sales, Finance, Healthcare, Customer Service, Construction, Logistics, Hospitality, ICT, Insurance, Telecommunications, Sports, Trades & Services, Mining, Media, Real Estate, Education, and Engineering, etc.

5 Secrets Of Writing A Professional CV — New Zealand-Style.

​​We all know that the main purpose of a CV is to get you job interviews. Landing your dream job is not an easy task to accomplish, and it all starts with your CV as it is the first thing noticed about you by your future boss.

Believe it or not, your CV is your biggest career marketing tool, so why would you want it to be anything less than outstanding? Here are 5 key secrets of writing an NZ-style professional CV... learn more

• I live in NZ
• I live outside NZ
• Immigration Services
• Client Stories

64274483638

New Zealand Immigration Services Professional CV writing & Job Search Support

Make your move with help from expert NZ-based CV writers and a Licensed Immigration Adviser

Cv & job search services if you live in new zealand >.

Cover Letters

LinkedIn Profiles

Job Search Packages

Cv & migrant services if you're moving to new zealand >.

Immigration Assessment

International Job Search & Relocating

CV Services & Migrant Packages

Other Migrant Services

Cv & migrant services if you're moving to new zealand or australia >.

International Job Search & Relocation

CV Services

Migrant Packages

Immigration and visa application services if you're moving to new zealand >.

Visa services

How we work.

What our customers say...

I have gone through the full Licensed Immigration Advisor process with Lemonaide, and I will say I am very happy to report back on the amazing customer care and services provided by Loren and her team! Loren is empathetic, passionate, and treats clients with care and kindness. If it would be possible to provide 10 stars, I would! I came across Lemonaide by happenstance and I am so fortunate it worked out that way. Loren's knowledge, expertise, and insight has been invaluable to our immigration process!

Loren provided me with a fantastic service. She made sure that I had everything I needed to give me the best chance of success with my AEWV. I would recommend LemonAide to anyone who wants a professional service.

Duncan Macivor

I have recently acquired the services of Lemon-aide and was represented by their agent, Loren Holtzhausen who provided an excellent overall experience in helping me attain an AEWV visa for employment - her fluent knowledge of the immigration policies, efficiency and good morale left me assured that I was in the most capable hands.

Loren's expertise in visa applications was immediately evident. She took the time to thoroughly explain the requirements and intricacies of the application process, leaving no room for confusion. Her guidance was invaluable, providing me with clear instructions on gathering necessary documents, filling out forms accurately, and meeting deadlines. I cannot recommend Loren highly enough for anyone in need of visa application assistance. Her professionalism, expertise, attention to detail, and commitment to success set her apart as a top-notch visa agent. Thanks to Loren, what could have been a stressful and uncertain process turned into a smooth and successful journey. If you're looking for a hassle- free visa application experience, look no further than Loren. She's simply the best in the business.

Maureen Lopena

The CV that Lemonaide generated for me was outstanding! At short notice they extracted information from my less than polished self-written CV and with additional input from myself delivered a first-class output. The difference it made to receiving positive responses to job applications was instantaneous and significant. The CV Lemonaide created helped to secure multiple job offers, giving me the ability to negotiate favorable terms on my role of choice. A superb service from start to finish - money well spent!

Iain Rushmere

The electronic and verbal consultation opened my eyes to the value that a strategically developed, fit for market Resume and Cover letter has versus my local generic version. Loren has a “social-professional” approach to interviewing, coupled with the gift of making you feel at ease while she extracts that personal value you can bring to prospective employers, to a specific culture and to a specific country; and then puts all that onto just 3 nice looking pages.

Sean Vythilingam

After many failed attempts at securing a job using my UK formatted CV, I went to Lemonaide. The first application I submitted using the NZ formatted CV and cover letter, resulted in an interview, which in turn resulted in a job offer. I have no doubt that Loren played a major part in my good fortune. Loren, can't thank you and your team enough.

Alison Kelly

We had been busy for a few months looking online for jobs but without any success. Then we saw someone recommending Lemonaide. We decided to invest the money and acquired the services of Lemonaide. They changed my CV, cover letter and updated my Linkedin Profile. WOW! So impressed! It look so professional! The assistance we had from the Lemonaide team was great and very personal. One day after my CV and Linkedin profile was finalised, I was invited for a Skype interview. Thank you very much!

Bully Bisschoff

These days, with "scalability" and "quick turnaround" often being valued over a high quality product, it's rare to find an organisation that is genuinely prepared to invest the time and energy it takes to provide a REAL personalised service to its customers. Lemonaide was able to do just that for me... it wasn't just about having a "pretty" document in my hands (although it really does look pretty!), but about really getting to grips with who I am, and what I have to offer the marketplace that sets me apart.

Natasa Meli

Follow us on Instagram

Moving to New Zealand?

Stand out from the crowd with a winning CV

Cvs and resumes.

We know how to write CVs and resumes that get results - the right structure, content and design.

Covering Letters

Targeted letters that show recruiters that you are a perfect fit for the job.

Outplacement Services

We help you, or your employees, to successfully exit one job and move on to the next.

New Zealand's Leading CV and Resume Writers

Successful Resumes has been perfecting the art of CVs since 1992, helping thousands of Kiwis get their dream jobs .  We recently rebranded to Successful CVs NZ and, with experienced professional CV writers based in New Zealand, we continue to offer an intimate knowledge of the local job market and an understanding of what makes Kiwis tick.

We’re dedicated to providing you with a personalised and tailored service. We take the time to get to know you, whether it’s via an in-person meeting, online or over the phone . We listen carefully to your career aspirations and what makes you special, so we can craft the perfect CV that stands out from the rest.

No matter your career background, from entry-level to the most senior of roles , trades, administration, management and the professions, Successful CVs has the experience to help you succeed. We won’t compromise on quality, so you can be sure that you’re getting the best service possible.

"I have been meaning to contact you I am so pleased and grateful that I decided to get my CV written by you! First job I applied I got an interview and landed the job!! First in my year to get a job! And since then I have been rang four times for interviews at different schools but I had to turn down as I ready have a job! I don't think I would have been so successful without your help! Thanks again."

"I just wanted to say thank you so much for your service. Using the resume written by you I managed to get an interview at (bank), and I am now employed as a service consultant. This was the first job I applied for and I believe that your resume gave me an edge over other applicants and helped distinguish me from the rest."

"Jo was highly professional, very warm and welcoming. I believe her expertise and suggestions were worthwhile as everyone who has seen my CV was very impressed. The CV has done wonders for me and I've been offered so many opportunities that I know I wouldn't even have been thought of if I were still using my old CV!"

"I have no hesitation in recommending Jo at Successful Resumes. Jo's ability to absorb, process and present a huge range of information into a fantastic CV is, quite frankly, outstanding. Thanks Jo - my appetite for a new challenging career is now stimulated."

"I wanted to let you know that I received nine responses from the CV you did for me, and three interviews. I now have a new job in Australia. You were a vital part of the process in moving my family to Australia, and I have recommended you to friends."

Job Search Success in Australia

Are you looking to get your dream job in Australia? Our resume writers have been trained in the specific requirements of Australian recruiters, and we can help you create a resume and cover letter that will make you stand out from the competition. Call us today to find out how we can help you reach your career goals in the lucky country!

How to write a CV: Interview on Radio New Zealand

Automated page speed optimizations for fast site performance

This is what our CV clients say, unsolicited!

Cv rewrite service $125 | expert nz cv writers.

CV Rewrite Service - $125

• For full information on our services please complete the enquiry form below or call our Head NZ CV Writer, Paul Woollams, on 022 047 0921 anytime 7am to 7pm (7 days) for a free consultation.

Pay just 50% upfront and the balance only after viewing your new CV.

For full information please complete our enquiry form below or call Paul on 022 047 0921 now for a free consultation.

We are a leading NZ CV service with exceptional recent testimonials that we will share. We will review and then completely rewrite your CV for maximum professional impact. Your CV will then be presented to you in a completely new and fresh manner. A telephone consultation is included under all CV update options. Your new CV will be completed within 2 days. All fees include GST.

Leading NZ CV service. We will review and then completely rewrite your CV for maximum professional impact. We proactively add any further strategic content that we know will enhance the CV, ensuring it meets NZ recruiter expectations for 2024. Your CV will then be presented in a completely new and fresh manner. A telephone consultation is included under all CV update options. Your new CV will be completed within 2 days. All fees include GST.

Brand new CV only - $125

Cover letter - $45, super package - $169.

Enquire now with no obligation, and we will email full details of all services. We will also send our extensive job interview Q & A guide for free.

Are you Looking to boost your career prospects in New Zealand? Our team of professional and best CV writers specialises in crafting top-tier CV’s that stand out. With expertise in ATS-friendly formatting and tailored content, we're your go-to choice for the best CV writing services in NZ. Whether you're searching for CV writers near you or seeking professional CV services online, our CV specialists ensure your New Zealand curriculum vitae shines. Trust our CV preparation services to help you land your dream job. Choose the best CV specialists in NZ.

As premier CV writers in New Zealand, our bespoke CV writing services are meticulously tailored to elevate your career prospects. With a team of dedicated professionals, we craft compelling CVs that highlight your unique skills and experiences, ensuring you stand out in the competitive job market. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, our expertise in crafting professional CVs for the New Zealand job market will help you land your dream job. Trust our professional CV writing service to showcase your talents and secure opportunities in New Zealand.

• Tips for nailing your CV
• Writing the perfect cover letter
• Searching for jobs
• Landing your first job
• Effective interviewing
• Your online presence
• Workplace tips & wellbeing
• Changing careers
• Growing your skills
• Managing job loss
• Taking leave
• Market updates
• Newshub Summer Series
• Careers advice

How to write a great New Zealand CV (with free templates)

A good CV can make all the difference to your job hunting hopes. Check out our must-read advice and free templates.

Looking to write a great, NZ style CV? We got you.

Here’s everything you need to know and include to make your CV stand out in front of recruiters and hiring managers.

We’ve also created some free CV templates , for you to copy, fill in and send off. Easy as.

Now, let’s get cracking.

In this article, you’ll learn: 

• How to write a CV: what to include 
• What not to include on your CV 
• How to format your CV 
• And you'll get access to free CV Templates

How to write a CV: what to include

Every good CV contains the following elements:

• Your name and contact info 
• Your personal statement and objectives 
• Your work history 
• Your qualifications 
• Your referees

1. Your name and contact info

Your full name should be clearly displayed at the top of your CV, along with the following contact info:

• Phone number – this can be either a mobile or landline, but needs to be one you’ll be able to answer during standard working hours.
• Email – the majority of job applications today are done online, and you’ll likely initially hear back via email.
• Home address – this might seem outdated, but the people assessing your CV will still expect to see your home address included.

If you have an online employment profile (and we highly recommend you do), this is a great place to include its URL, or links to online work portfolios.

Talent Team Top Tips 

Our Trade Me Talent Team offers some insight: 

• If you’re still using your Hotmail account from when you were 10 (looking at you ‘beermonster98'), it’s time for a change. It’s easy to set up a more professional email address, and well worth your time. 
• Check your contact details are accurate - you’d be surprised how often we can’t contact people because their details are incorrect, or missing altogether.

Choose from one of our CV designs, then fill in your details.

2. Your personal statement and objectives

Personal statement and objectives sections are staples of New Zealand CVs. The important thing with these is to keep them short and snappy – aim for no more than 80 words. Also, avoid cliches – being unique will help you stand out from the crowd.

• E.g. 1: ‘I’m an experienced accountant, specialising in internal audits, with a passion for keeping up with the latest accounting tech trends.’
• E.g. 2: ‘I’m a hard-working carpentry apprentice, with experience in commercial and residential projects, and a passion for taking on new challenges’.
• E.g. 1: ‘With two years as an assistant manager under my belt, I’m looking to take on a full management role, and continue to grow my responsibilities’.
• E.g.2: ‘Having recently graduated, I’m keen to take the skills and experience I gained during my degree into a professional setting’.

Use positive language in your personal statement and objective, but keep them concise.

3. Your work history

If this is your first CV , and you don’t have any paid work experience to include – fear not. The above info is equally valid for any volunteer positions you’ve held or internships you’ve completed. If you haven’t done anything of this sort either – still fear not, we’ll get onto listing education and qualifications below.

There’s a knack to listing work experience on your CV. Each entry needs to include:

• The company name
• Your job title
• The dates you worked there
• Your core responsibilities. Top tip : keep this short. Just include the headlines and use bullet points, not paragraphs.

If you’re wondering how many jobs to include on your CV, there’s no single correct answer. For those who’ve held a number of roles, give five or six with proper substance, and then list the earlier (less relevant) roles with just the dates worked.

Top tip : use keywords. Many employers use applicant tracking systems (ATS) to auto screen candidates and save time. One of the key ways this technology works is to scan CVs for certain keywords, and eliminate those that don’t contain them.

When researching keywords for your application, a great place to start is the job ad itself. This will show you the core required responsibilities you can match with your own experience.

Volunteering and internships should go in your past experience section.

4. Your qualifications

Here, we’re talking about any qualifications employers might be interested in . Think uni degrees, professional certificates and NCEA, among others.

As with your work history, list these in reverse chronological order, starting with the most recent at the top. Remember, your reader is only likely to skim this section – so make it clear and keep details to a minimum.

Here’s how to include qualifications and education on your CV:

• Qualification type – for example, Plumbing and Gas Fitting – Level 2, or Bachelor of Business.
• Your grade(s)
• Institution – for example, University of Massey.
• Date s – the time period over which you completed the qualification.

If your qualification is directly relevant to the role you’re applying for, you could also include key details of your study. For uni grads, dissertations are great here as they demonstrate independent study on a topic you found particularly gripping. If you have a professional qualification, you might want to focus on an area of specialism you developed that makes you stand out .

As you progress through your career, and complete additional courses you may feel that earlier entries (e.g. NCEA) are no longer relevant. This is your call, and will ultimately depend on the role you’re applying for.

You should list qualifications in reverse order, starting with the most recent.

5. Your referees

Common questions about this section include: ‘who can be a referee for my CV?’, and ‘how many referees should I include?’.

The first choice to make is whether you want to list referees’ details, or simply include a sentence like ‘references available upon request’. Today, the second option is generally more popular. However, if you’re specifically asked to include them up front, give your referees’ phone numbers email addresses (and their relationship to you) at the bottom of your CV.

When it comes to ‘who’, the most popular choices are former employers, but you could go with lecturers or tutors you worked closely with. And remember, former employers can include people from any volunteer or internship positions you’ve held.

Ensure you ask these people to be your referee. Then they are expecting to be contacted and can be prepared.

Bonus tip : try to choose referees you’ve worked with recently, or those most relevant for the industry you’re going for. 

What not to include on your CV

• A photo – unless specifically requested, don’t put a photo on your CV. Why? Prospective employers shouldn’t make decisions based on appearance, but, unfortunately, some still do. Instead, let your skills and experience speak for themselves.
• Boastfulness – in your personal statement, avoid adjectives like ‘expert’. Focus on your experience instead, and your value will come through organically.
• Salary info – this includes what you’re on now and/or your desired salary. The risk is that you weaken your bargaining position later on, or price yourself out of the market from the start.
• Family details – most hirers aren’t interested in whether or not you’re single, married or have kids. However, some may unfairly favour people in certain circumstances. For example, a single person with no family commitments may be favoured for a travelling sales job over a parent with young children.
• A conclusion – there’s no need to include a statement summing up your experience, or promising the info you included is true – the last point on your CV should be your references.

Only include information relevant to your application.

How to format your CV

Our free CV templates do a lot of the formatting legwork for you, but here are some additional pointers for nailing the appearance side of things:

• Length – a standard NZ CV is one to two pages long. If you go over this, you risk the reader getting bored – be clear and concise, and put the most relevant info first.
• Fonts – the best font for your CV is one that’s easy to read. As unexciting as they are, popular choices include Times New Roman, Georgie, Bell MT, Tahoma and Arial. Whichever you choose, stick to it throughout.
• Layout – clearly label each section, and remember to be brief by using bullet points for the experience and qualifications sections.
• Margins – keep the margins the same throughout to keep things neat.

An often overlooked stage in finalising your CV is naming the file. As most applications are completed online, the title you give your document is important, as this is the first thing the reader will see. Here are a few tips:

• Avoid the generic – ‘CV.doc’ is likely to get lost among all the other ‘CV.doc’s the recruiter receives.
• Avoid numbers – ‘CV7.doc’ suggests six other CVs have already been sent to different companies, and you’re not as interested in this position as you claim to be.
• Keep it simple – ‘Sarah-Davies-CV’ is just fine. If you want to add more detail, and have space, including the job title makes things even more obvious.
• Keep it consistent – you need to write a cover letter to accompany your CV. In our example, this would be titled ‘Sarah-Davies-cover letter’.

Final tips from our Talent Team: 

• Don’t skip the most important stage of all – checking. We can’t overemphasise the importance of quality controlling your CV before sending it off. 
• A stellar application can be derailed by a simple typo, an illegible font or incorrect contact details. 
• If possible, show your CV to a friend, colleague or family member – a fresh pair of eyes can make all the difference. 
• Save and send your CV as a PDF, as a PDF is a very universal format.

Don’t forget to also create a Trade Me Jobs Profile - an online platform that allows recruiters to find you.

Al Hall is a regular contributor at Trade Me Jobs and Trade Me Property. He’s dedicated to helping people succeed in their aspirations to find their dream job and place to live.

Other articles you might like

Looking for a one-stop shop on how to apply for a job? Here’s an easy checklist to improve your chances of success.

A Trade Me Jobs Profile lets employers come to you, and means you can download a professional looking CV in seconds.

Done right, your CV can be a powerful tool for helping you stand out from other candidates. Here, we’ll show you how.

• List an item
• My Trade Me
• Marketplace
• Latest deals
• Closing soon
• Browse categories
• Salary guide
• Advertisers advice
• Boats & marine
• Other vehicles
• International property
• News & guides
• Homes.co.nz
• OneHub for agents
• Domestic services
• Events & entertainment
• Health & wellbeing
• Announcements
• Trust & safety
• Seller information
• Desktop site
• Privacy policy
• Terms & conditions
• Follow Trade Me on Facebook
• Follow Trade Me on Twitter

Top Resume Writing Services in Auckland

Resume writers in Auckland have special formats and templates to create the perfect CV for their clients that also gets past the filter process of ATS software. To benefit from the expertise of professional writers, hiring CV writing services in Auckland is the best strategy that will help your CV shine amongst the sea of job seekers.

To ease your search and selection process, GoodFirms has researched and compiled the best resume writing services in Auckland in the below list. You can browse through the list and evaluate the companies based on their client reviews and ratings before making your selection.

• Most Reviews

List of Resume Writers in Auckland | Top CV Writing Services in Auckland

CV People NZ

We're New Zealand's Leading CV Writing Service! Our Premium, Bespoke Service Guarantees A World Class CV Optimised For The 2021 Job Market. Get Ahead Today!

CV.CO.NZ Ltd is New Zealand's leading professional CV service, LinkedIn profile design and career coaching consultancy, designing career solutions for more than 10,000 executive, professional, student ​and trade clients across more than 50 countries.The Directors have written four career guides published around the ... read more about CV.CO.NZ

CVExpress (NZ) is New Zealand’s premier locally operated Professional CV and Cover Letter Writing Service, offering ongoing support, a Dedicated Writer, and Employer Approved Formats.We’re a genuine, established and trusted local Curriculum Vitae & Cover ... read more about CV Express

CVPRO is a New Zealand based company that delivers professional curriculum vitae / resume services for the NZ market. Our team knows what employers and recruiters look for in a CV and can translate your ... read more about CV Pro

Executive One

Professional CV writing service for executives and senior managers. CV writer for various industries, professional CV writing, template, interview coaching, career advice. Leading provider in NZ. Make your professional CV, cover letter and LinkedIn profile.

Global CV Solutions

We offer comprehensive advice and services on CV writing, targeted application letters, career planning and interview preparation - all designed to help you secure that dream job! All our Consultants are recruitment and/or HR specialists ... read more about Global CV Solutions

Can’t find the right partner for your project?

Get a list of best-fit companies handpicked by our experts that match your requirements.

About Us           FAQs           Blog           Contact Us           Testimonials           Client Login

Promotion: save 50% on cv services. discount code: career50.

CV PEOPLE NZ

Unlock your career potential with Auckland's premier CV writing team.

Our 5 specialist cv writing departments..

Have your CV expertly crafted by a CV writer who specialises in your industry, and crucially, at your career level. Choose from our five career levels below to get started now.

Early Career/Entry Recent graduates or 0-2 years experience

Who does this team work with?

✔  Current school - university students

✔  Recent & future graduates

✔  Candidates entering the workplace

✔  Under 2 years of total employment experience

Established Career 2 years + experience at non-managerial level

Who does this team work with?​

✔   General workers (retail, hospitality, logistics, etc.)

✔   Skilled (emergency services, nurses, teachers, etc.)

✔   Tradespeople (builders, plumbers, electricians, etc.)

✔   White collar (sales, marketing, operations, IT, etc.)

Mid-Management Team leaders, supervisors and managers

✔  Team leaders & foremen

✔  Supervisors & line managers

✔  Mid-level department managers

✔  Working at a non-executive level

Executive & C-Suite Senior business leaders

✔  C-Suite (CEO, CFO, CTO, COO, etc.)

✔  Executive & non-executive directors

✔  Department directors

✔  Business owners

Academic Specialist academic CVs

✔  Medicine (doctors, dentists, psychologists, etc.)

✔  Law (lawyers, solicitors, barristers, etc.)

✔  Senior educators (professors, lecturers, etc.)

✔  Require an academic CV spinning 5+ pages

Unsure of your career level? Call our team now: 09 889 7629

Phone: 09 889 7629 Email: [email protected] Office Hours: 9am - 5pm, Mon - Fri

OUR ADDRESS

17B Farnham Street, Parnell, Auckland, 1052

By appointment only

SCHEDULE A CALL BACK

Let cv people® take the stress out of your next career move. here's how our premier cv writing service works..

Get started with a FREE CV review , or select a CV package to start immediately.

Your writer will send you a link to their calendar to schedule your initial consultation call.

You'll be assigned the most experienced writer for your profession & career history.

Once your call is complete, the drafting starts. Expect your new documents in 3 business days.

4 steps to writing an interview-winning CV from scratch. Working with our dedicated teams guarantees to get you hired faster!

STEP 1. CV Assessment and Strategy Development

STEP 2. One-To-One In-Depth Consultation Call

STEP 3. Crafting Your Bespoke, Professionally Written CV

STEP 4. Follow-Up Consultation Call & Document Revisions

At CV People, we take a meticulous approach to crafting a compelling and targeted CV that aligns perfectly with your career goals. Our process begins with a thorough review of your existing CV, examining its strengths and identifying areas for improvement. Our key differentiator lies in our commitment to understanding your specific ambitions and the positions you are targeting. To achieve this, your assigned CV writer delves deep into the requirements of the roles you aspire to, ensuring they gain an acute understanding of the skills, experience, and achievements that matter most to prospective employers. They meticulously study job descriptions and relevant industry trends to ensure that your new CV is strategically tailored for success. Based on this in-depth analysis, they compile a report that outlines the essential elements your CV should showcase. This report serves as a roadmap for crafting an interview-winning CV that highlights your attributes in the most impactful way possible.

Once your target roles have been assessed, it's time for a personalised strategy consultation - a pivotal step in our 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. Our strategy consultation calls typically last around an hour (depending on how much information is required). They will walk you through their findings from Step 1, highlighting the requirements of your targeted positions and how your own experience aligns. This discussion not only provides you with a clear understanding of what the recruiters are seeking, but also helps you articulate your value proposition confidently during job interviews.

With a clear understanding of your targeted positions and a wealth of valuable insights gained from the strategy consultation call, your CV writer begins the process of creating your new CV from scratch. Drawing on their extensive industry knowledge and expertise, they dedicate an average of 8 hours to meticulously draft, target, design, and ATS optimise your CV. Our mission is to produce a document that not only meets the high standards of the 2024 job market but surpasses them. During this stage, your CV writer works tirelessly to ensure your CV ticks every box. They strategically incorporate the relevant skills, experiences, and achievements identified during the targeted position research in Step 1. By focusing on what matters most to employers, they position you as the ideal candidate, setting you apart from the competition.

At CV People, our commitment to your success doesn't end with the delivery of your new CV. We understand that collaboration and continuous improvement are essential elements in crafting a truly outstanding application document. That's why we offer a follow-up consultation call and unlimited document revisions to ensure your complete satisfaction. 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 any specific areas you feel could be improved or tailored further. We always value your feedback and believe that incorporating your insights is crucial to creating a CV that truly represents you as an individual. As part of our 100% satisfaction guarantee, we don't impose any limits on revisions. We are committed to working on the CV until you are completely happy with the final result. 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.

Why choose CV People® and how does our bespoke CV writing service differ from budget CV re-write services?

Master 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.

Strategy Consultation Call

Our consultant delves deep into your career aspirations, skills, experience and achievements, ensuring they have the required information to create you a world-class CV.

100% NZ Based

Our entire team are New Zealand based and trained. We're true experts in the Kiwi job market, covering 65 industries, including industry trends, hiring practices, and employer preferences. We never outsource work!

Unlimited Revisions

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.

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.

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.

No obligation. No credit or debit card required.

Keyword targeted & ATS optimised. We ensure every word adds tangible value, presenting YOU as the candidate of choice on every application.

TrustScore 4.9/5 | Based on 549 Trustpilot Reviews

Over 48,000 careers enhanced since 2011, read every review & testimonial  here. We're proud to be New Zealand's highest-rated CV service 2017, 2020, 2022 & 2023.

A meticulous, proven process that secures 91% of our clients their next interview within 28 days, rising to 98% within 60 days senior cv writer sarah explains what to expect when working with us., 65 elite cv writers across 5 dedicated departments..

Work directly with a master CV writer who specialises in your profession, and crucially, at your career level. We only employ the industry's top talent with 65 expert CV writers working across 5 specialist teams.

PROFESSIONAL

 MANAGEMENT

 EXECUTIVE

Our Career Development promotion is on now! Order your CV below and save 50% on our usual fee. Use promo code CAREER50 at checkout.

Complete peace of mind with our triple guarantee..

60 Day Interview Guarantee

Your success is our top priority, and we back it with our guarantee! In the unlikely event that you don't experience more interviews within 60 days of using your new CV, we'll rewrite and retarget your documents completely free of charge.

Full 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.

Frequently asked questions.

Just added to your cart

Dk cv writers.

Professional Local CV Writers

New Zealand writers for new zealand cv's

First impressions count.

Your CV is the first introduction to a potential employer, is it up to the task? In today’s competitive market having a professionally written CV has become an industry standard. Job Ads are receiving applications in the hundreds, how will yours stand out in a pile? DK CV Writers offers CVs which are designed to showcase your skills, experience and achievements while giving you the confidence to shine in the interview process. Combined with an eye-catching and personalised design, your CV will prove unforgettable…for all the right reasons.

Be Careful Out There

Many of New Zealand's "Top" Listed CV-writing companies are actually based overseas.

Also with the rise of AI and the accessibility of Chat GPT, some of the "Others" have resorted to using AI to produce your "Personalised" review and even the entire CV! We pride ourselves on producing completely bespoke original content without the use of AI

Featured product

Free cv review.

Adding product to your cart

Let us review your existing CV and provide comprehensive personalised feedback of what you are doing well and where you can improve.

On completing checkout you will receive an email requesting you send in a copy of your current CV.  By the end of the next business day our Head CV Writer will give you a call to discuss the feedback. 

Our Products

• CV/Resume, and Cover Letter Bundle
• CV's / Resume's

What our clients say:

***** Always delivered professional, customised, interview ready cover letters and equally professional, effective, and beautifully formatted CVs before deadline whenever I have asked for her services. I would recommend her without hesitation to anyone requiring expert CV writing services and wanting to secure that first interview. https://tinyurl.com/dkcvreviews Gina C

***** Kerri has been amazing at guiding me plus coaching me with the content for my CV. I was lucky enough to have found her. She has written my 1st CV a few years ago after I was made redundant. Needless to say that after she wrote my 1st CV, I landed a fantastic role as a Change and Release Manager at a health organisation. Again, earlier this year I asked her to review my CV to my current position. She is absolutely fantastic at what she does and I can and certainly will highly recommend her. Thank you so much Kerri! https://tinyurl.com/dkcvreviews Luise Iandoli Botes

***** Highly recommend this service! I received an excellent CV within a very tight turnaround time and got an interview in the first week of applying. https://tinyurl.com/dkcvreviews Kayleigh Caddick

7 tips to get your CV ready for the 2023 job market!

• Choosing a selection results in a full page refresh.
• Press the space key then arrow keys to make a selection.

Professional CV Writing Services in New Zealand

Get one step closer to a job interview.

Let our team of expert CV writers help you start afresh and get you ready to apply for jobs.

CV Writing Services in New Zealand to Speed Up your Job Search Job Nexus stands among the top CV writing service providers in New Zealand and helps job seekers connect with recruiters. We have a team of professional CV writers who understand your career goals and create a personalized CV for you. Recruiters have a choice in hiring. It is important for your CV to stand out from the competition. Give your CV a professional look and the format to be noticed by recruiters and their systems. Our sophisticated CV writing services in New Zealand include benefits such as:

• A professionally written new CV
• An ATS-friendly CV to reach recruiters’ database
• Optimized CV length
• Formatting and arranging information per recruiter audience
• A well curated CV to highlight your professional strengths and career goals

How it Works?

Submit your CV or Resume and your career goals. Select which of our services you desire.

Your order is assigned to one of our professional resume writers. They will work with you 1x1.

We execute the changes to your CV or Resume for you per the service you selected.

Use your newly polished and professionalized CV or Resume for your job applications.

Job Nexus works with recruiters in these markets:

Send your CV/Resume to 40 New Zealand Recruitment Agencies at Once.

Job Nexus makes it easy for you to connect with many recruitment agencies all at once and makes it easy for them to contact you for interviews.

Career Advice and Tips

Professional Resume Editing Service

Job Search as a Service

The Virtue of CV Distribution to Recruiting Agencies in the UAE

Are you sure.

New announcement. Learn more

Professionally written CVs, Cover Letters and LinkedIn profiles

Your Professional CV Writing Service

CVs by Sarah offers a quality CV, Cover Letter and LinkedIn writing service to New Zealand clients at reasonable prices. Sarah has the professional tools and experience necessary to help you with all your needs. 

If you're looking for a quality professional CV writing service you can depend on, then look no further. I'm available to help you with a CV that gets you interviews when applying for jobs. With the know-how and expertise, I'm committed to creating the best CV for you that will not only meet your expectations, but exceed them.

CV Writing Services

Three different packages to suit every type of need and requirement

Whether you've got years of experience under your belt or are new to the workforce, you're more likely to land an interview if you have a killer CV to show off your education, skills, and experience. Get the results you deserve with this quality service and at an affordable price too! I'll bring my experience and know-how to every job.

CV + Cover Letter

Always include a Cover Letter when sending your CV out. I'll help you write one that should make an employer interested enough to read your application thoroughly and call you for an interview. If you already have a Cover Letter, does it need a makeover? It's usually the little things that make a big difference when it comes to writing a winning Cover Letter.

CV + Cover Letter + LinkedIn Profile

LinkedIn is like a massive, virtual business networking event available 24/7. You can find and connect with a wide range of people, from prospective employers to peers and customers. Recruiters often use LinkedIn to find prospective candidates for vacancies they're trying to fill. Let me help you create your online CV.

Examples of Written CVs

"Sarah has done a great job on my CV, and I had more interest in my CV from recruitment companies and employers alike. I liked how Sarah was able to make changes after sending me drafts until I was fully satisfied with work on my Cover Letter, CV and LinkedIn profile." Saffiullah Naik

"Sarah did a beautiful job of taking my poorly formatted, boring, out-of-date CV and turning it into a concise, professional and eye-catching CV that I'm proud of. I'm sure it was key to helping me get an interview that resulted in me being offered my dream job." Bronwyn Henderson

"Awesome result achieved after working with Sarah on my CV. After the interview (in which I secured the job), the interviewee commented that the CV was well written, and the format was outstanding. I highly recommend all to get in touch with Sarah and get your CV refreshed." Charles Chia

"Sarah was fantastic; she streamlined my CV and highlighted my skills exactly as I'd hoped. The Cover Letter was perfect. I was offered the first role I applied for with my new CV. I highly recommend her services if you want to stand out from the crowd." Grace Hayward

"Sarah is a great professional; she's very experienced helping people with their CVs. I had been looking for a job for a while, and after she helped me with my CV the next day, I was called for my first job interview. I highly recommend her." Tania Cuellar

"Thank you, Sarah, for compiling a brilliant NZ-compliant CV for me. As soon as I started using the CV you designed, I was invited for more interviews and shortly was employed. Thank you for your help and expertise." Grant Hufkie

Need CV Writing Tips?

Discover a fantastic resource of tips and tricks for CV writing and getting that job.

Get In Touch

In need of a CV writer? Let Sarah know how she can help you today...

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

Message Sent

PROFESSIONAL CV WRITING SERVICES NEW ZEALAND WIDE

P. 0211500922 E. hello@cvsbysarah.co.nz

Located in Kihikihi, Te Awamutu, New Zealand

Services Meet Sarah Examples Google Reviews Contact

Copyright © 2024 - dashboard  ❤︎ Website by  Creative Box . 

Christchurch's CV Specialists Guaranteeing Successful Job Search

CVwriting.co.nz is ChCh's top-rated CV writing service, working across 80+ professions with the assistance of field-expert CV writers, hand-picked for their expertise and ocean-deep experience in this field. Hire us to make the next smart career move.

Why Choose Our CV Writing Services In Christchurch

This is a one-stop shop for all career document-related needs. We write everything from cover letter writing services to CV and thank you notes! Not only that, but we serve nationwide. This means you will never have to look for 'best CV writing services near me in Christchurch'. Interested in knowing more about what makes us stand out? Here's what it makes us unique:

We work with Christchurch's best resume writers, who bring years of experience and expertise to the table! They know their specific sectors well and promise professional outcomes.

This professional CV service ensures your document passes through the bots and instantly slides on the 'ACCEPTED' pile. We add the right keywords that convince the ATS in the least time.

Every resume here is prepared from scratch. The concept, the summary, the choice of words and the format of the document are so unique that they raise the benchmark for the recruiters.

Didn't you get a thrill out of the document we submitted to you? You can come to us and tell us about the weak areas of the document, and we'll fix unlimited times until you are happy.

We standout among all CV writing companies in Christchurch because despite our longing experience in this field, we have never missed any deadline. Timely decisions are guaranteed by us.

To hire this CV writing agency in Christchurch, an easy process is assured! You just have to tell us about the requirements, and the CV specialists will tackle the whole process perfectly.

We are proud to work with the most talented staff, who want the best for our customers. Go through the profiles to learn more about them:

One of the oldest team members with ample experience.

CV Writing, Editing, Proofreading

A very senior writer with an easy going and jolly nature.

Consultation, CV Writing, QA

A former recruiter who knows what exactly works.

CV Writing, QA, Consultant

A consultant with writing & editing expertise.

Consultant, CV Expert, Editor

A retired HR with valuable resume making insights.

CV Designer, Writer & Proofreader

A perfection obsessed QA, ensuring excellence.

Editing, Proofreading & Approving

Hire best CV writers in Christchurch and take a SHORTCUT to success.

I hired them for a medical CV writing service Christchurch. The CV was directly to the point, very clean and crisp, describing my career in the best way possible.

Their professional CV writer was amazing and very thoughtful! The responses were on time, and they delivered exactly what I wanted from them. Great service, surely.

Their CV writer captured my 10+ years of experience in the best light! Though I had to request a few revisions, the document was top-notch and perfect by the end.

Their writer, Athelean was amazing! He understood the reason for my career gap and picturised it nicely using the right words. I am highly satisfied with this service.

I have been hiring this CV writing company for years, and they never disappoint. I hired them when I wanted an internship and 5 years later, I wanted them for the executive level position.

I wanted to work with CV consultants to see what was wrong with my current resume. They gave me a free of cost consultation. And then they impressed me with CV help.

Our magical resume writing service is the real key behind the success of many C-level executives living their dream careers. The best part about this CV writing company is that we have CV makers for every profession and level. This means whether you belong to the Marketing domain or wish to secure a career in Engineering, irrespective of your career level, you can get CV help from us.

Experiencing Bumps In Job Search? We Write Best CVs In Christchurch, NZ, For Career Success

Work with chch's cv specialists to see an instant change in interest from hr.

Demotivated because you get dismissed every time you apply for a job with high hopes? It's not you – it's the competitive market of job hunters holding additional credentials supporting their expertise. But worry not; you can expect to cut through boldly in the competition when you have professional CV writers like ours at your back. Our CV specialists prepare top-quality vitae that represent perfection in every inch. As a result, the recruiter is interested in your profile and is convinced to drop an interview invite.

Talk To ChCh's Online CV Writer & Consultants Who Understands Your Situation

Took a career break for certain reasons? Or planning a career switch after spending several years in a certain field? As professional CV writers in Christchurch, whatever it is, we can help you sail through it smoothly. We write resumes that satisfy the purpose and help the true potential shine through. The certified CV writers here know how to bridge the gap and represent the whole scenario through accurate words. Therefore, you can consider relying on professional CV makers working here.

500+ In-House Professional CV Writers Of Christchurch To Fast Track Your Career

Do you know why other CV writing companies fail to exceed expectations? Firstly, because they farm out orders to local freelancers. Second, even if a CV writing company deals with in-house writers, they delegate orders to any ordinary writer with no specific or narrowed experience. On the other hand, each curriculum vitae writer working with us is hired on the basis of their firm grip over a certain domain. With so many valuable insights about CV writing in certain fields, the career is bound to fast-track.

Here Are The 4 Steps To Work NZ's #1 CV Writing Company & Embrace Job Search

Our cheap CV services can be hired just in four steps. The first step is to pick up the package and make the advance payment. We have several packages tailored to various needs. The second step is to let us know about what you are expecting as an outcome. At this stage, we'll assign you a field expert CV writer who'll begin working on the order. The final and third step revolves around your approval. If any changes are required, we fix them for free until you are 100% satisfied.

• Cover Letter
• Resume Writing
• Executive Resume
• Professional Bio Writing
• Linkedin Profile Makeover
• CV Resume Editing
• Academic CV
• Graduate CV
• Christchurch

CVWriting.co.nz offers struggling job-seekers a helping hand to revive their careers. We have highly qualified CV makers from all walks of life who know what it takes to catch the recruiter's attention. Candidates searching for better jobs can rely on our cheap and affordable resume writing services.

© Copyright 2024 CVWriting.CO.NZ

Work homepage

We can help you get ready to apply and find the right job for you. We can even help you while you're working.

• Get ready to work

You can get training, help with CVs and cover letters, and advice for job interviews.

Find out what jobs are available, which job is best for you and how you can plan your career.

Whether you've just started a job or need some help at work, we've got your back.

• Lost your job

We'll help you get ready to find a new job and support you while you're between jobs.

• Start your own business

Get help to plan and set up a successful business or be a self-employed contractor.

Benefits and payments homepage

Take a look at the range of benefits and payments we have available.

Not working

Redundancy, health condition or disability or another reason you can’t work

Living expenses

Food, school costs, power, accommodation or other living expenses you need help with

Relationship changes

You’ve had a relationship break-up, family breakdown or violent relationship end

Health and Disability

Counselling, prescription and GP costs, medical alarms and other costs we can help with

Travelling overseas, how to apply, payment rates and dates, overseas pensions, income and other info for Seniors

Caring for someone else’s child or someone with a health condition, injury or disability

Urgent or unexpected costs

Dental, glasses, car repairs, fridge, washing machine, funeral or other urgent costs you need help with

Childcare, school uniforms, stationery, having a baby and other costs if you have children

Moving to New Zealand

Payments you can get from us, settling into NZ, overseas pensions and more.

Benefits and forms

A-Z list of benefits, forms, benefit rates

On a benefit homepage

Check out what you need to do when you're getting a benefit or other payment from us.

Something's changed

Address, contact details, overseas travel, childcare, relationship or anything else that’s changed.

Declare income and income deduction tables

Change in your childcare situation, continue childcare payments, cohort entry schools and other childcare information

Going overseas

Going on holiday or going to live overseas

Re-apply for Jobseeker Support, Sole Parent Support, Temporary Additional Support and more

Check or stop your payments, payment cards and other information

Check your debt, repayments and other debt information

Rights and responsibilities

Our commitment to you,  obligations, complaints, benefit fraud and more

Housing homepage

Find out how we can help you with housing.

Nowhere to stay

Get help if you have nowhere to stay right now.

Find a house

Find out where to look for private housing, or apply for public (social) housing.

Living in your home

Get help with accommodation costs, and advice on any housing issues and public housing tenancies.

Moving house

Find out how we can help if you’re moving house.

Other languages

Read some of our housing information in other languages.

• Go to the Work and Income home page

CVs and cover letters

Take the hard work out of writing your CV and cover letter. Get advice about what to write, support to show you what to do, and free templates you can use.

When you apply for a job, employers will look at your:

• CV, to see your skills, any qualifications, and your work history
• cover letter, to find out what kind of person you are and why you want this job.

They'll use this to decide if they want to interview you, so it's really important to make a good impression.

What's available

'build my cv' service.

A free service to help you write or rewrite your CV and cover letter. It's run by the Auckland Business Chamber, and it's available online and by phone throughout New Zealand.

You can sign up if you're getting Jobseeker Support or Sole Parent Support.

If you've been getting one of these benefits for less than 12 months, you can sign up through MyMSD:

If you've been getting one of these benefits for more than 12 months talk to your local service centre or call our Job Search line on 0800 779 009 .

Step-by-step CV builder

A free, interactive tool from Careers.govt.nz.

• Makes sure your CV has all the information employers look for.
• Tips and advice to help you build a CV to get you noticed.
• Your CV will save automatically to your account, and you can download, print and email it in Word and PDF.

How to write a cover letter

Careers.govt.nz has great advice about:

• what your cover letter needs
• how to make it look good
• templates you can use.

• Skip to main navigation
• Skip to main content
• Skip to Chat now
• Skip to footer

Get in touch with us for career information.

We're here from 8:30am to 5pm Monday to Friday – except Wednesdays when we're here from 9.30am to 5pm.

We're closed on all public holidays, including Wellington Anniversary.

Call 0800 601 301

Email us with your career question

• Job hunting
• Finding work

How to write a CV

• CV and cover letter templates
• How to describe skills in your CV
• How to write a cover letter
• How to write an application form
• How to make an online job hunting profile
• How to create a video CV
• Job application checklist
• Got a job offer?
• What's happening in the job market?
• New to New Zealand
• Create CVs, cover letters and profiles

How to write a CV employers will want to read.

What's on this page?

Two types of cv, make your cv easy to read, what to put in your cv, what not to put in your cv, name and contact details, objective and personal statement, work history and work or volunteer experience, qualifications, achievements, cv templates and examples, find out more.

Recruitment software now scans your CV for key words and skills used in the job advertisement. This software is used by recruitment agents and many employers. This means that you should change your CV for each job application, using key words from the job advertisement.

Our CV builder helps you change your CV for each job application:

There are two main types of CV.

• Skills-focused CV – useful for career changers, school leavers or people with gaps in work history.
• Work-focused CV – useful for showcasing work experience and for people progressing to the next stage in their career.
• Use our skills-focused or work-focused CV templates

Recruiters take 15-20 seconds to scan your CV the first time. If you make a good impression, they'll read your CV more closely. 

To make your CV look good:

• use a black, easy-to-read font in one size
• use short sentences and break up blocks of text
• use bullet points to list information
• keep the tone formal
• avoid abbreviations, slang or jargon
• avoid photos or images
• have strong headings and lots of white space
• keep your CV to two pages.

Save your CV as a Word document and a PDF

Save your CV as both a Word document and a PDF. An employer may need either one of these file formats.

Label your CV files with your name, the application date, and the job you're applying for.

If you update your Word document, remember to also create a new PDF .

A CV must include:

• your name and contact details
• technical and personal skills
• work, and community and volunteer experience
• qualifications and education
• referees (you can include referees or note that referees are available on request).

A CV could also include:

• an objective and personal statement
• achievements
• job-specific information (for example, a teacher would put their teaching philosophy in their CV).
• a photo or images
• coloured or fancy fonts or design
• your date of birth or age
• your marital status, religion or bank account details
• too much text and bad spelling
• a funny or rude email address
• work experience or interests that are not relevant to the job
• lies about your experience and skills.
• first and last name (this should be in large and bold text)
• postal address, including area code
• phone number 
• email address.
• job hunting profile link, such as LinkedIn or Behance
• your professional website or Youtube channel link.

Make sure that:

• your email address is work-appropriate, for example, [email protected]
• your phone voicemail message only gives your name and a request to leave a message.

An objective gives brief details about the type of work and role you would like and the industry you want to work in.

A personal statement gives the employer an idea of who you are in three or four sentences. 

You can include:

• what you're currently doing for employment or education
• what attracted you to the job you're applying for
• your reason you're applying for this job
• your career goals.

Both an objective and a personal statement are optional and sit under your contact details. 

• Reed website - examples of personal statements

The skills you put in your CV should be the same skills listed in the job advertisement.

Technical skills

Include a technical skill section in your CV to list skills such as:

• driver's licences
• computer programmes.

Examples of writing about personal skills in your CV 

In a skills-focused CV, list the skills from the job advertisement with examples of how you've used those skills. This should be at the top of your CV.

Strong communication skills

• member of Southwest High School debating team
• chaired the Mount Gibson Neighbourhood Support committee for two years.

In a work-focused CV, describe your skills in your work history.

2015-2017  Customer Services Representative, Beluga Rental Cars

• Demonstrated strong communication skills when advising customers on car insurance.

Find out more about putting skills in your CV.

List your most recent jobs or work and volunteer experience first. Your work history needs to include:

• the name of the employer
• the job title/role
• where the job was located
• start date and end date.

Beneath this, list the tasks you performed. Also list any achievements.

If you change jobs in the same organisation, include both job titles/roles.

You don't need to list all your work history – keep your CV short.

Examples of work history

If you choose a skills-focused CV:

July 2017-August 2018  Counter assistant  Sione's Bakery, Auckland

• customer service
• increased sales of large coffees by 10%.

If you choose a work-focused CV, describe your skills more:

Responsible for food and drink and customer service in bakery.

• demonstrated excellent customer service skills when taking customer's orders
• lead sales of large coffees, increasing sales to 10%.

Use action verbs to describe your work history

Use action verbs to describe your work history and skills. These are words like demonstrated, managed, lead, developed, organised.

• Live career website - find action verbs for your CV

Gaps in your work history?

If you have gaps where you haven't been in paid work:

• use a skills-focused CV
• showcase skills you've learned on your break such as planning, budgeting, caring for family members
• include work experience and volunteer work in your work history
• explain the reason for big gaps in your cover letter.

List your qualifications or education in the qualifications section of your CV. You can include:

• NCEA levels or other school qualifications
• school subjects with grades
• certificates, diplomas or degrees
• micro-credentials and short work-related courses
• work-based training
• professional development courses, conferences and workshops
• online courses.

Format of qualifications section

List the newest or most relevant qualification first. Include:

• name of the course or qualification you completed
• name of the course provider
• where you studied
• start and finish date of your training or study, or the year you graduated.

Include an achievements section in your CV if you have important achievements that aren't covered in the skills or work history sections.

You can include such things as:

• awards and commendations
• successfully completed projects
• examples of how you helped a former employer meet their targets
• important contributions to the community.

For each example, note what the achievement was, and when and where you achieved it.

Including your interests on your CV is optional. If you do, make sure you:

• include interests that show skills that employers are looking for such as leadership skills
• avoid common interests such as watching TV or going out with friends.

Referees talk to employers about your skills, work history and personality.

You need at least two referees. One referee should be your current manager, team leader or work experience supervisor.   

Other referees could be a:

• former employer
• sports coach
• teacher or principal
• respected community leader.

Referee contact details should include their:

• first and last names
• organisation they work for
• phone number

See examples of school leaver, skills-focused and work-focused CVs and try our CV templates.

• CV and cover letter templates  
• Beginner's guide to job hunting ebook
• Job hunters' ebook

Updated 8 Nov 2021

Back to top