CV gaps
CV gaps for Recruitment Consultant
Recruitment consultant CVs often say you filled roles but not how many, in which sector or at what value. A reader wants billings, placements and the type of desk you ran.
The 4 gaps to check
Placements and billings missing
Why it matters: Recruitment is measured in numbers.
How to close it honestly: State placements, billings or revenue you generated, with the period, if true.
Desk and sector unclear
Why it matters: A niche desk and a generalist desk are different.
How to close it honestly: Name the sector, seniority of roles and region you covered.
Permanent versus contract not stated
Why it matters: These need different skills and cycles.
How to close it honestly: Say which you worked on and the typical time to fill.
Sourcing and client work blurred
Why it matters: Business development and candidate sourcing are separate.
How to close it honestly: Say how you won clients and how you found candidates.
Questions that find your real evidence
- How many placements did you make last year?
- What was your biggest fee or contract?
- How did you win your best client?
Only add what is true. If you cannot back a line up with a real example, leave it out.