Guide
CV Builder UK
Create a professional CV that gets you shortlisted. Jumproo's AI CV builder follows UK conventions — personal statements, proper formatting, and keyword optimisation built in.
UK CV Structure That Gets Shortlisted
A strong UK CV follows a clear structure that recruiters and ATS systems expect. Here's the format that works:
- Personal statement — 3-4 lines at the top summarising who you are and what you're looking for
- Key skills section — match these to the job advert's essential criteria
- Work experience in reverse chronological order with quantified achievements
- Education and qualifications — including GCSEs, A-levels, degrees, and professional certifications
- References — "Available upon request" is fine; no need to list them
Graduate CVs vs Experienced Professional CVs
Your CV structure should match your career stage. Graduates lead with education, dissertation topics, and placements. Experienced professionals lead with achievements and career progression.
Jumproo adapts automatically — tell us your experience level and we'll adjust the template, section order, and content suggestions accordingly.
AI-Powered Content That Sounds Like You
Jumproo's AI doesn't write generic waffle. It takes your actual experience and turns it into compelling, keyword-optimised bullet points that match what UK employers are looking for.
Every suggestion uses British English, follows UK conventions, and includes the kind of quantified achievements that make hiring managers take notice.
Download and Apply in Minutes
Choose a clean, ATS-friendly template. Fill in your details. Let the AI polish your content. Download as PDF and start applying — the whole process takes about 15 minutes.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is the CV builder free?
Yes — you can build and preview your CV for free. Download and advanced features are available with a Jumproo plan.
How long should a UK CV be?
Two A4 pages is standard for experienced professionals. Graduates and early-career applicants should aim for one page. Academic CVs can be longer.
Do I need a personal statement?
Yes — UK recruiters expect a brief personal statement (also called a personal profile) at the top of your CV. It should be 3-4 lines summarising your experience, skills, and career goals.
Should I use British or American English?
Always use British English for UK applications — "organisation", "behaviour", "centre". Jumproo's CV builder uses British English by default when you select UK formatting.
CV builders typically charge £15–30/month
Jumproo's AI CV builder — with personal statements, keyword optimisation, and ATS-friendly templates — is free. No subscription traps, no "7-day trial" nonsense.