Free CV check for the UAE and Gulf states
Sam, an AI recruiter, reads your CV the way a hiring manager in the UAE and Gulf states would. He checks it against the local rules below, scores it out of 100 and tells you what to fix first. He can also check your fit for a job post and write a cover letter in the the UAE and Gulf states format.
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What employers in the UAE and Gulf states expect from a CV
- Length
- 2 pages for most roles.
- Personal details
- Nationality, visa status and notice period are commonly included in the Gulf, and a professional photo is often included (optional for many technical roles). Date of birth and marital status are optional. Leave out religion and ID or passport numbers.
- References
- Leave off "References available upon request". Employers assume it, and references go on a separate page when they ask.
- Spelling
- Use British spelling (colour, organise).
- Location
- Give your location as city and country.
- Right to work
- If it helps your application, say it plainly, for example "Residence visa, transferable" or "Available to join immediately".
- Also worth knowing
- Stating current location, visa status, notice period and driving licence is normal.
Cover letters in the UAE and Gulf states
- Opening
- "Dear <name>," if the post names a contact, otherwise "Dear Hiring Manager,".
- Closing
- "Kind regards," or "Yours sincerely,".
- Subject line
- Not needed.
What job posts in the UAE and Gulf states often ask for
Sam checks your CV against requirements like these when a job post lists them: visa status or sponsorship, notice period, Arabic language, a UAE driving licence.
What Sam checks
- The 7-second skim: does the top of your CV read as the role you want?
- Relevance, impact, progression, clarity, credibility and local standards, scored out of 100
- ATS basics: standard headings, contact details in the body, dates, keywords
- The roles you fit now, with search links for LinkedIn, Bayt
- Certifications employers in your field ask for, from a checked list
- Interview questions your CV is likely to raise