Resumes and CVs should be concise. Here is a guide to the right length.
A standard resume is usually one page (about 400 to 800 words). Senior professionals may use two pages.
Recruiters spend little time on each resume. Keep your content focused and relevant.
Use our word counter to check the length of your resume and ensure it is not too long.
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