UK CV format with DD/MM dates, 2:1 degree notation, and a right-to-work line - built for Nigerians applying to UK employers.
A UK-format CV built for Nigerians applying to UK employers. Two pages maximum, DD/MM/YYYY dates throughout, UK degree classification (2:1 / 2:2), and a right-to-work line in the personal statement.
What differs from the Nigerian version
- "Personal Statement" instead of "Career Objective"
- Two pages max (not three to four)
- Right-to-work status in the summary
- DD/MM/YYYY dates
- UK degree equivalence in brackets
- No photo, no date of birth, no marital status
Pair with our UK CV format guide for the full section-by-section walkthrough.
What's included
Header
Name, headline, location, phone (WhatsApp), email, LinkedIn.
Summary
3-4 line pitch stating the role you want + 2 strongest qualifications.
Work experience
Reverse-chronological with achievement bullets (not duties).
Education
Degree, class of degree, year. NYSC where applicable.
Skills
Technical + soft, keyword-dense to pass ATS.
Certifications
Professional memberships, short courses, bootcamps.
Referees
Two to three, with phone + email.