CV Writing Services and CV Writers - What's the Difference?

Professional CV Writing Services

There are many kinds of professional CV writing services available, but only a few offer genuine expertise and the personalised service that executives, directors and other professionals should come to expect.

So what types of CV Writing Services are there?

Major CV Writing Specialists: These large and branded CV writing companies charging premium rates and seek to generate substantial volumes from having exclusive arrangements with major newpapers and job boards in return for signficant commissions. They hire academically qualified individuals and HR people to write CVs.

Small to Medium Independents: There are many small to medium independent CV writers or agencies who are looking to attract some business to supplement income or, if fortunate, make an independent living. They are a mixed bag - some may be excellent while others are just trying to make an extra buck without much experience or ability.

"CV as an Add on" Companies: Another group are businesses offering CV writing within a career coaching service, where they try to package or upsell their services rather than focus purely on CV writing.

Why do prices vary so much between CV Writing Services?

CV writing services offer varying prices, from just £20 all the way to £1000 for the senior most income earners. Is one better than the other? Well, of course, those that are on the lowest end of the price scale are not going to give you much by way of thinking are personalised service to understand your goals and how best to position your experience. They will offer a tidier version of your existing content, as they work on high volume business to generate profits.

However, price is no guarantee of quality either. Some of the most expensive CV writing services also have volume targets, having to cover large office overheads and commissions to branded referral partners that eat into their margins. As such, their personal attention is put under pressure and so the time a CV writer can devote to working with a client is constrained. Moreover, given that a reasonable wage for a CV writer is usually around £60-90 for one senior exective CV at some firms, you can realise that a CV writer needs to produce volume to earn a reasonable living.

What does Platinum Professional CV Writing Services Offer

We are a medium specialist CV writing company that wanted to do things differently. Our CV writers are high quality professionals in recruitment or management still involved in their fields, but who have gained most satisfaction in their careers helping others succeed and have developed exceptional copywriting ability. Given their professionalism, the majority of the income from our fees goes to them so that volume is a much lower consideration. Therefore, you obtain a truly personalised service from someone who understands what it takes to make an impact on hiring managers at all levels.

So why not give us a try. Obtain a Free CV Review and judge the quality for yourself.