Applying for your next pharma, biotech, or healthcare insights role? Before you hit “send,” pause. As specialist recruiters in life sciences and healthcare strategy, we review thousands of CVs, job applications, and LinkedIn profiles every year at 40:40 Recruitment. Some stand out for all the right reasons—others never make it past the first screen, even […]
Category Archives: CV Writing
Beyond the CV: Why Soft Skills Matter More Than Ever in Life Sciences
In the fast-evolving world of life sciences—spanning pharmaceuticals, biotech, medical devices, and healthcare market research—technical expertise and qualifications are just the starting point. While your CV showcases your education, certifications, and hard skills, it’s increasingly clear that soft skills play a crucial role in career success and organisational impact. At 40:40 Recruitment, we work closely […]
🤝 Working with a Specialist Recruiter: What to Expect, and How to Prepare
Whether you are actively exploring new opportunities or simply curious about the market, connecting with a specialist recruiter can be a game-changer in your career journey. But if you’ve never worked with one before—or if your past experience felt transactional—you might be wondering: “What exactly does a recruiter do for me, and how should I […]
✅ The Ultimate Pharma Job Search Checklist (2025 Edition)
Whether you’re exploring new opportunities in pharmaceutical sales, market access, medical affairs, or insights, searching for your next role in the industry can feel overwhelming. But with a clear, focused approach, your job search doesn’t need to be a full-time job in itself. At 40:40 Recruitment, we’ve helped hundreds of candidates land roles across pharma, […]
How to Use AI Tools in Your Job Search Without Losing the Human Touch
AI can speed up your job hunt — but it can’t replace your story. Here’s how to use AI wisely: ✅ Use it to: Optimise your CV using job description keywords Brainstorm cover letter templates Prep with AI interview simulators or common Q&A practice ❌ Avoid: Copy-pasting AI-generated CVs or cover letters without editing Relying […]
CV Writing in 2025: What to Keep, Cut, and Create
Is your CV working for you — or against you? In 2025, CVs need to be smarter, sharper, and more focused than ever. ✅ Keep: A concise profile summary (2–3 lines) with your top strengths Bullet points with impact – start each line with an action verb and quantify where possible Tailored content to match […]
Job Searching in 2025: What’s Changed and What Still Matters
Your modern guide to standing out in a fast-evolving job market The job market in 2025 is fast, flexible, and more digital than ever before. While some things (like making a good first impression) never go out of style, others — like the way we apply, connect, and communicate — have changed dramatically. Whether you’re […]
Quick Tips to Update your CV
DO INCLUDE: Specific achievements The Territories you have covered… The Products / Therapy Areas you have experience of Reasons for leaving each previous role DO: Make sure you use the correct ‘Tense’ e.g. Past tense for previous jobs not the ‘Present’ tense Spell check your CV Ask yourself…Does your CV sell YOU? Would you invite […]