02/11/2025

How to Write an Executive CV in 2025

Writing an executive CV can be a daunting task

Capturing all your career highlights and presenting them succinctly is a time-consuming task, and it's not as easy as updating your previous curriculum vitae (CV) with a few new achievements. Applying for senior and C-level roles usually involves a major overhaul of your layout and content, so it’s common to wonder if you've got it "right."

Having placed over 2,000 candidates in senior management and leadership positions worldwide last year, the team at Page Executive knows what it takes to write a winning executive CV. Over the years, I have held several workshops on executive CV writing at some of the world's leading business schools. In this article, I'm going to share top tips from our internal expertise and research, as well as the current skills and experiences that recruiters value as we move into 2025.

What executive skills will companies look for in 2025?

When writing an executive CV, it’s essential to demonstrate the evergreen skills of leadership, strategy and change management to separate you from candidates with less quality and experience. Back up your claims with evidence of the hard and soft skills you have demonstrated for maximum impact.

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