Consultant Resume

The job of a consultant in any domain is highly specialized. It involves having thorough domain-knowledge while being impeccable in providing solutions. This means having a high level of understanding, creativity and dexterity in handling operations and reaching solutions with maximum cost-savings and minimum effort/changes. The resume of a consultant should reflect the credentials of the individual in a summarized way. Along with a brief, yet detailed snapshot of the credentials possessed by the applicant, the resume should also contain information regarding previous education. Certificate courses are an added booster to the profile. Job experience mentioned by the applicant must be relevant and noteworthy. Also, the amount and quality of vocational training, internship and apprenticeship is an additional point to be mentioned that conveys the skill level of the employee. Achievements and awards earned during the course of one's educational or professional career are an integral part of any resume to add strength and show one's mettle. Candidates should refrain from writing anything in their resume that is not relevant or untrue. A reference from senior personnel and eminent personalities also adds value to a resume. The use of action words is important. The key to a good resume that makes an impact is to write the right information in a simple format, with lucid language. Highlighting key points that are important is also very effective. A sample resume is as follows:

John Smith

1369, North Avenue, Phoenix, AZ 08248, (111-6236232)

Objective

To work as a consultant at a reputed firm in a challenging environment in order to utilize my skills to provide best possible results while honing my abilities and adding to my skill-set.

Skills

Typing speed : 70 words per minute (wpm)

Great analytical and organizational skills

Great office etiquette and interpersonal behaviour

Softwares known - Windows operating systems, with good grasp on Microsoft Office applications like MS Word, MS Excel and MS PowerPoint.

Previous Experience

2007 – Present Junior Consultant and Researcher Germatec Technologies, Michigan

Analysing all data and reports in the Energy sector

Key role in creation of a systematic database for employee-assistance

Preparation of reports and generation of results on probable issues resulting from reports

2003-2007 Service Executive Koratin Resources, Michigan

Organized and planned resources for internal customers

Processing all company documentation

Receiving calls and responding to queries from external customers

Education

Yankovich Business School, Michigan Bachelor of Commerce

Certificate course in Client Servicing and Consultancy Services