Personal statements
A personal statement is your chance to make a strong first impression. Whether you’re writing a personal statement for a CV or job application, or for a university course or postgraduate study, our expert guides cover everything you need to get started. Explore practical advice on how to write a personal statement, what to include, common mistakes to avoid, and personal statement examples to help you stand out. From short personal statements for job applications to longer university and postgraduate statements, you’ll find clear, step-by-step guidance to help you showcase your skills, experience, ambitions, and suitability.
Personal statement examples for jobs
Struggling with your CV? Check out our personal statement examples for jobs, tailored to career stages and industries, to help you stand out.
How to write a postgraduate personal statement
Not sure what to include in your application? To help get you started, here are some of our top tips on how to write your postgraduate personal statement.
How to write a personal statement for university
Here’s everything you need to know about writing your personal statement for university, and a personal statement example to help you get started.
How to write a personal statement for job applications
Not sure how to write a personal statement? Here are some essential tips to consider when crafting personal statements for job applications.
FAQs
How can we help with your personal statement?
Your personal statement could make or break your application. We’ve got a range of helpful articles on Reed.co.uk, covering everything from how to write your personal statement, right through to personal statement dos and don’ts and some ready-made personal statement examples.
Is a personal statement on a CV different from a university personal statement?
Although similar to a personal statement for your CV, personal statements for university are a lot longer and more detailed. They focus more on your academic and personal achievements, which help to form part of your UCAS application. There are also postgraduate personal statements, which we recommend looking at if you're moving further into higher education.
Should I tailor my personal statement for different job applications?
Yes, tailoring your personal statement to every job application you submit is essential. Not only will this demonstrate your suitability for the role, it’ll also show commitment and attention to detail. To do this, check the job description to find out what the employer is looking for in a candidate, and emphasise your relevant skills, attributes, and experiences in your personal statement. To find roles that fit your profile and ambitions, view all available job vacancies now, where you can filter by industry, location, and salary.