I recently contacted CV.CO.NZ again as Tom and his team had originally prepared my CV several years ago. And with my latest job search underway it was time to give it a much-needed refresh, as despite submitting numerous applications with my old CV I wasn't getting the level of interest or response I had expected. And the results speak for themselves. Following Tom's detailed review of my CV and the practical advice and notes he provided, I applied for nine roles. Of those, two received no response, three resulted in unsuccessful applications (although my CV clearly made it through to a hiring manager), and four recruiters contacted me and arranged interviews. I actually withdrew from the recruitment process with three of those recruiters because the fourth recruiter secured me a project role within about five days. I can't thank Tom enough for his CV review, insights, and practical job search tips. They made a real difference and the outcome exceeded my expectations. I'd highly recommend his services to anyone looking to strengthen their CV and improve their chances of landing the right role.
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I need a new CV
Get a professionally written, ATS-optimised CV tailored to your target role. Includes one-on-one consultation, keyword optimisation, and unlimited revisions until you are satisfied.
- 1-on-1 consultation
- ATS optimisation
- Keyword targeting
- PDF & Word delivery
I want to improve my LinkedIn
Transform your LinkedIn profile into a recruiter magnet. We optimise your headline, summary, experience, and skills to increase visibility and attract the right opportunities.
- Profile audit
- Headline & summary rewrite
- Skills optimisation
- Profile photo guidance
I need interview coaching
Build confidence and master your interview skills with personalised coaching. We cover common questions, STAR technique, behavioural interviews, and salary negotiation.
- Mock interview sessions
- STAR technique training
- Behavioural question prep
- Salary negotiation tips
I am applying for executive roles
Comprehensive executive-level support including CV, LinkedIn, professional biography, and strategic positioning for C-suite and senior leadership roles.
- Executive CV & bio
- Board-ready LinkedIn
- Strategic positioning
- Confidential service
I am changing careers
Navigate your career change with expert guidance. We help you reframe your experience, identify transferable skills, and position yourself for a new industry.
- Transferable skills mapping
- Career strategy session
- CV repositioning
- Job search guidance
I need outplacement support
Structured outplacement support for organisations managing workforce transitions. We provide affected employees with CV, coaching, and job search assistance.
- Group & individual sessions
- CV & LinkedIn packages
- Job search workshops
- Ongoing support
Is your CV selling you, or just describing you?
Four minutes with our founder Tom O’Neil on what separates a CV that gets read from one that gets binned, and how we turn your history into interviews.
Your new CV in three simple steps
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Send us your details
Email your current CV to [email protected] or complete our short online form - whichever suits you best. Share as much or as little as you have, and we'll take care of the rest.
We draw out your achievements
International expert Tom O'Neil speaks with you personally and sends our internationally respected achievements questionnaire, designed to draw out the accomplishments that actually win interviews.
Land interviews
We craft a CV tailored to two target roles, delivered in Word and PDF ready to send, plus a free cover letter template and an interview tips report.
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Professional CV writing services for every career stage
First job or first board seat, Tom O’Neil has done it before. He will write the CV that gets you in the room.
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A tailored, ATS-compliant CV written by a specialist in your field - built to sell your achievements, not just list your duties.
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A keyword-optimised profile that gets you found - and contacted - by the recruiters searching LinkedIn every day.
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Persuasive, role-specific cover letters that give employers a reason to open your CV first.
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One-on-one coaching with proven frameworks, so you walk in prepared and walk out remembered.
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Board-ready CVs, bios and executive profiles for senior leaders, directors and C-suite candidates.
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Structured, practical support for your next career move - including employer-funded outplacement programmes.
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Why 15,000+ professionals trust CV.CO.NZ
CV.CO.NZ was founded by Tom O’Neil - best-selling international author, NZ Herald careers and employment columnist, and one of New Zealand’s most recognised career specialists. Tom and his team bring 40 years’ combined experience across CV writing, recruitment consulting and HR management, and have helped more than 15,000 clients in over 50 countries win roles at leading New Zealand and global organisations.
Our career advice has been featured more than 300 times in media worldwide - including the NZ Herald, The Economist, Harvard Business Review and TVNZ - and published in four books on careers and employment.
- 4 published career books
- 300+ media features
- 40 years' combined experience
- NZ pioneers of the 30 Day Interview Guarantee
Career advice trusted around the world
Tom O’Neil has written four books on careers and employment - including The 1% Principle, which reached No. 4 on Amazon UK’s business best-seller list - and CV.CO.NZ has featured more than 300 times across television, radio, print and online media, from the NZ Herald to The Economist.
How long does it take to receive my professional CV?
Once we have your information, our writers typically deliver your first draft within 3-5 business days. Got a deadline? Tell us - we accommodate urgent requests regularly.
Will my CV be ATS-compatible?
Yes - all our CVs are ATS compliant. Every CV we write is structured to pass through the Applicant Tracking Systems used by NZ employers and recruiters, while still being highly readable for the human hiring manager who picks it up next.
What if I don't land any interviews?
We back our work with the 30-Day Interview Guarantee. If you don't receive interviews within 30 days after sending out 10 tailored applications, we'll rework your CV at no extra cost until you do.
Do you work with people across all of New Zealand?
Yes. We work remotely with clients across Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Hamilton, Tauranga and the rest of NZ. International Kiwis (and others) are welcome too.
How do I pay?
You can pay upfront and receive our 20% prepayment discount, or spread the cost across 4 equal weekly payments via credit card. We also accept Afterpay. Either way, we send a clear invoice.
What's included in the price?
Your investment covers your fully tailored CV (Word + PDF), tailoring to two target roles, free cover letter template, free interview tips report, Career Club membership for ongoing support, and our 30-Day Interview Guarantee.
Can I make changes to the CV after delivery?
Absolutely. Your CV is delivered in editable MS Word format so you can update or adapt it for new roles whenever you like. We also include a round of revisions in case you'd like us to refine anything.







