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CV Writing Tips for Pharma Professionals

Your CV is your first impression. Learn how pharma professionals can structure their resume to stand out in a competitive market.

Your CV is your first handshake with a potential employer. In pharma — where recruiters screen hundreds of profiles daily — you have about 8 seconds to make an impression.

Lead with Metrics, Not Responsibilities

Instead of "Responsible for managing territory sales," write "Grew territory sales by 34% in 12 months, achieving 112% of annual target." Numbers tell the story.

Structure for Scannability

Use clear section headers: Professional Summary, Key Achievements, Experience, Education. Recruiters scan — make their job easy.

Highlight Therapy Area Expertise

If you've worked in Cardiology, Diabetology, or Oncology, make it prominent. This is your competitive edge.

Keep It to 2 Pages

For professionals with under 15 years of experience, two pages is ideal. Three pages signals an inability to prioritize.

Include These Essentials

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Shantanu Sen
Founder & Director, Sen Placement. 27 years in pharmaceuticals & 19 years in executive recruitment.

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