Laura Harmsworth
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Berni Palumbo
I recently used Laura's services to rewrite my CV and help me with my LinkedIn profile and I was impressed with the results. Besides highlighting my skills and achievements clearly, Laura also gave me a lot more confidence in my abilities. when we met, she took the time to learn more about me and my professional background. If you want to enhance your job search and increase your chances of landing your dream job, I highly recommend working with Laura, she is highly professional and has a warm, supportive personality.
Kathryn Hall MCipd BA (Hons) "The Career Owl" 🦉
I met Laura as part of the British Association of CV Writers (BACVW) in her role as Founder. Laura is truly passionate about raising the standards of CV Writing in the UK. I love working alongside Laura and am excited about what the future holds for CV Writing in the UK.
Charlotte Eve
Laura is the Chair and Founder of the British Association of CV Writers and I couldn't wish for a better person to work with and lead this Association. She steers the ship with a calm, professional approach - knows where we are heading, and keeps our mission on track. Laura is full of wisdom, integrity and always does the 'right thing'. She is compassionate, generous with her knowledge (and time!) and sincerely wants to help people and improve the CV writing landscape. Laura has also worked with me on a CV writing project and her writing skills are - as you would expect - world-class. Laura is a super listener, provides expert advice and she makes it easy for people to share their stories about themselves. I am so pleased to have met her and can't wait to see what she does next!
Berni Palumbo
I recently used Laura's services to rewrite my CV and help me with my LinkedIn profile and I was impressed with the results. Besides highlighting my skills and achievements clearly, Laura also gave me a lot more confidence in my abilities. when we met, she took the time to learn more about me and my professional background. If you want to enhance your job search and increase your chances of landing your dream job, I highly recommend working with Laura, she is highly professional and has a warm, supportive personality.
Kathryn Hall MCipd BA (Hons) "The Career Owl" 🦉
I met Laura as part of the British Association of CV Writers (BACVW) in her role as Founder. Laura is truly passionate about raising the standards of CV Writing in the UK. I love working alongside Laura and am excited about what the future holds for CV Writing in the UK.
Charlotte Eve
Laura is the Chair and Founder of the British Association of CV Writers and I couldn't wish for a better person to work with and lead this Association. She steers the ship with a calm, professional approach - knows where we are heading, and keeps our mission on track. Laura is full of wisdom, integrity and always does the 'right thing'. She is compassionate, generous with her knowledge (and time!) and sincerely wants to help people and improve the CV writing landscape. Laura has also worked with me on a CV writing project and her writing skills are - as you would expect - world-class. Laura is a super listener, provides expert advice and she makes it easy for people to share their stories about themselves. I am so pleased to have met her and can't wait to see what she does next!
Berni Palumbo
I recently used Laura's services to rewrite my CV and help me with my LinkedIn profile and I was impressed with the results. Besides highlighting my skills and achievements clearly, Laura also gave me a lot more confidence in my abilities. when we met, she took the time to learn more about me and my professional background. If you want to enhance your job search and increase your chances of landing your dream job, I highly recommend working with Laura, she is highly professional and has a warm, supportive personality.
Kathryn Hall MCipd BA (Hons) "The Career Owl" 🦉
I met Laura as part of the British Association of CV Writers (BACVW) in her role as Founder. Laura is truly passionate about raising the standards of CV Writing in the UK. I love working alongside Laura and am excited about what the future holds for CV Writing in the UK.
Charlotte Eve
Laura is the Chair and Founder of the British Association of CV Writers and I couldn't wish for a better person to work with and lead this Association. She steers the ship with a calm, professional approach - knows where we are heading, and keeps our mission on track. Laura is full of wisdom, integrity and always does the 'right thing'. She is compassionate, generous with her knowledge (and time!) and sincerely wants to help people and improve the CV writing landscape. Laura has also worked with me on a CV writing project and her writing skills are - as you would expect - world-class. Laura is a super listener, provides expert advice and she makes it easy for people to share their stories about themselves. I am so pleased to have met her and can't wait to see what she does next!
Berni Palumbo
I recently used Laura's services to rewrite my CV and help me with my LinkedIn profile and I was impressed with the results. Besides highlighting my skills and achievements clearly, Laura also gave me a lot more confidence in my abilities. when we met, she took the time to learn more about me and my professional background. If you want to enhance your job search and increase your chances of landing your dream job, I highly recommend working with Laura, she is highly professional and has a warm, supportive personality.
Kathryn Hall MCipd BA (Hons) "The Career Owl" 🦉
I met Laura as part of the British Association of CV Writers (BACVW) in her role as Founder. Laura is truly passionate about raising the standards of CV Writing in the UK. I love working alongside Laura and am excited about what the future holds for CV Writing in the UK.
Charlotte Eve
Laura is the Chair and Founder of the British Association of CV Writers and I couldn't wish for a better person to work with and lead this Association. She steers the ship with a calm, professional approach - knows where we are heading, and keeps our mission on track. Laura is full of wisdom, integrity and always does the 'right thing'. She is compassionate, generous with her knowledge (and time!) and sincerely wants to help people and improve the CV writing landscape. Laura has also worked with me on a CV writing project and her writing skills are - as you would expect - world-class. Laura is a super listener, provides expert advice and she makes it easy for people to share their stories about themselves. I am so pleased to have met her and can't wait to see what she does next!
Credentials
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Rock Your LinkedIn Profile
LinkedInAug, 2022- Sep, 2024 -
CV Success Master Class
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Embracing Unexpected Change
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Switching Your Career
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Video Interview Tips
LinkedInApr, 2020- Sep, 2024 -
Love LinkedIn for business
Talented Ladies ClubJun, 2018- Sep, 2024 -
Mental Health First Aider
Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) EnglandApr, 2021- Sep, 2024 -
Certified CV Writer
British Association of CV WritersSep, 2022- Sep, 2024
Experience
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Caversham CV Writing
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United Kingdom
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Human Resources
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1 - 100 Employee
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CV Writer
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May 2012 - Present
Whether you're looking for a new CV to help get your first job, are considering a career change, are returning to work after time out, or you need a brand new CV to get to the next stage of your career, I can help. I have written CVs across a broad range of industries and levels and continually expand my repertoire. I also write cover letters and LinkedIn profiles. Whether you're looking for a new CV to help get your first job, are considering a career change, are returning to work after time out, or you need a brand new CV to get to the next stage of your career, I can help. I have written CVs across a broad range of industries and levels and continually expand my repertoire. I also write cover letters and LinkedIn profiles.
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British Association of CV Writers
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United Kingdom
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Writing and Editing
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Founder and Board Member (Chair)
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May 2021 - Present
The BACVW aims to create a community of the UK’s top independent CV writers and to be the go-to place for job seekers to engage the UK’s top CV writers. The BACVW aims to be the recognised standard of quality and excellence in the UK CV writing industry. For CV writers: We provide an active and inclusive community in which to ask questions and share knowledge and best practice. The member group is full of knowledgeable, trustworthy, and supportive CV writers - a great space in which to share CV writing skills and knowledge with each other. This ensures all members provide excellent service to jobseekers and makes the CV writing industry one that is respected and credible. The BACVW certified CV writer credential is for experienced CV writers who want to take their careers to the next level. We have developed a rigorous standard for testing CV writers, and only award the ‘certified’ credentials to those who meet these standards. For jobseekers: We provide a list of certified CV writers who have passed a rigorous application process and can be trusted to provide excellent service to those seeking support with their CV. Jobseekers can be assured that all members have had to prove their CV writing skills are excellent and have committed to our Code of Ethics and to continuing learning and development. A quality CV writer is one who not only writes excellent, tailored CVs to meet client specifications, but also one that conducts themselves professionally, provides the best customer service, has in place business terms and conditions, and provides transparent and fair pricing.
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The Talent Resource
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Human Resources Services
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1 - 100 Employee
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Human Resources Consultant
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Oct 2008 - Aug 2018
Graduate Recruitment for investment banks and law firms: CV Screening and telephone interviews. Graduate Recruitment for investment banks and law firms: CV Screening and telephone interviews.
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Nortel Networks
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Telecommunications
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Advisor
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2001 - 2004
I provided HR guidance and support to managers and employees within my client group, notably supporting them through a significant redundancy programme.
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HR Advisor
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2000 - 2001
Providing guidance and support to my client group on all HR issues, I also drove / supported a number of projects:◾ 360 feedback for top team.◾ Transition of administration processes to central Nortel administration centre.◾ Integration of eBusiness into Nortel induction process.
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Maidstone and Tunbridge Wells NHS Trust
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United Kingdom
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Personnel and Training Officer
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1998 - 1999
Provided HR and training support to 600 staff and managers. Key achievements: ◾ Identified training needs; organised, produced and helped facilitate/present annual Training Programme. ◾ Designed and implemented the NVQ candidate database. Provided HR and training support to 600 staff and managers. Key achievements: ◾ Identified training needs; organised, produced and helped facilitate/present annual Training Programme. ◾ Designed and implemented the NVQ candidate database.
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Civil Aviation Authority
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United Kingdom
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Airlines and Aviation
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700 & Above Employee
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HR Placement
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1998 - 1998
Paid placement during Masters. Carried out evaluation of Diploma in Management Studies attended by middle managers, culminating in a management report (basis for dissertation). Paid placement during Masters. Carried out evaluation of Diploma in Management Studies attended by middle managers, culminating in a management report (basis for dissertation).
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Education
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1998 - 1999
Middlesex University
MA, Human Resource Management -
1992 - 1995
Queen Mary, U. of London
BA, Human Geography
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