The modern world of recruitment is centred on new technology and connectivity, with we at RSW going to great lengths to operate as a current recruitment agency with traditional values. With the recruitment industry renowned for its use of buzzwords, we thought we dig deeper into the ‘Social CV’; a term that is being thrown around by recruiters and candidates alike.

What is a social CV?

A Social CV is built from an individual’s contributions on social and developer networks. While LinkedIn profiles and traditional CVs are celebrated for being the best way to showcase talent, Social CVs are fast becoming the first port of call for employees; but why?
According to a recent research project, start-ups in particular get straight online when looking to recruit, wanting to gain a true insight into the way candidates conduct themselves as professionals. Adding another layer of their personality for employers to look at, demonstrating key skills in a less formal way can do wonders for a candidate’s chances of bagging the post.

Could your Social CV benefit from some improvements?

A Social CV should reflect your online presence; social interactions, authority and influence, providing a window into your life as a digitally-savvy professional. In order to build an effective social CV, you need to stay busy online, networking with peers, passing comment on relevant subjects within your profession.
One of our main tips would to be not rehashing the content featured on your CV, using the internet to add something extra! If you are working in the digital space, this is particularly important, with many utilising blogs to share innovative commentary on their field of expertise.

Looking for a job in Wales? If so, be sure to send us through your CV, allowing one of our many recruitment agents to assist you with your job search.