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Good Examples For Your First CV
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MICK SOUBRY
Senior Customer Service Associate
t: 07123 456 789 | e: mick.soubry@gmail.com | a: 47 Kings Sq., Leeds, LS1 1AA | L: LinkedIn.com/in/micksoubry
PERSONAL STATEMENT
Enthusiastic and driven Senior Customer Service Associate with 6+ years’ experience delivering exceptional service and consistently exceeding sales targets in retail. Skilled communicator and problem solver with a track record of leading a 15-person team, using patience and professionalism to reduce escalation rates and improve customer retention.
WORK EXPERIENCE
Next – Leeds
Senior Customer Service Associate, July 20XX–Present
- Lead a cross-functional team of 15 customer service associates, setting both individual and team sales targets
- Enhanced the customer shopping experience by simplifying returns and refunds processes, boosting satisfaction scores by 47%
- Partner with the supervisor to coach associates on managing escalations, cutting customer escalation rates by 15%
- Trained and mentored four new customer service representatives, consistently earning positive feedback on leadership and support style
Zara – Leeds
Customer Service Associate, May 20XX–July 20XX
- Handled over 75 customer calls daily, addressing queries on product usage, billing issues, and general company information
- Delivered courteous and efficient responses to product and service queries, contributing to a 12% improvement in new customer NPS scores
- Maintained a 99% service level and kept call abandonment rates below 3% for the department
- Accurately logged customer orders using Lime, ensuring data entry was consistent and error-free
- Processed customer refunds and billing adjustments, ensuring accuracy and adherence to company policies
EDUCATION
Regent’s University London (20XX–20XX)
BA (Hons) Business Management (2:1)
KEY SKILLS
Expert organisational skills, Time management, Shopify, Lightspeed, Upselling, Excellent interpersonal skills, Conversational French, Conflict resolution, POS software
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is a good CV template?
A good CV template is one that:
- keeps the layout clean and uncluttered, with clear headings and consistent spacing
- uses a classic, easy-to-read CV font like Arial, Calibri, or Garamond
- avoids distracting graphics, photos, or excessive icons that can confuse ATS systems
- maintains a logical structure that prioritises your most relevant skills and experience at the top
- uses darker colours like British racing green, navy blue, or maroon to show professionalism
- leaves plenty of white space to make your CV easy to skim quickly
What’s a good example of a CV personal statement?
A strong personal statement sets the tone for your CV and highlights your key skills and specialist knowledge. Here’s an example:
Compassionate Carer with 5+ years of experience providing person-centred support to elderly and disabled individuals. Skilled in personal care, medication management, and maintaining a supportive environment. Completed Level 3 NVQ in Health and Social Care. Eager to bring my skills to Orders of St John Care Trust to continue providing excellent care and support.
This statement shows a clear commitment to care work, mentions specific skills and achievements, and addresses the specific role.
Where can I find cover letter examples?
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