CV Checker for the UK (ATS-Friendly)
Will your CV pass an ATS and persuade a recruiter in the UK? Get an honest, recruiter-grade score and clear steps to raise it.
We blend two realities: your CV must be cleanly parsed by ATS and also convince a human. Our scan checks parsing quality, keyword match, section structure, readability, and format hazards (tables, columns, icons, images).
How the WisGrowth ATS Score Works
- Parsing quality: Can we extract name, email, phone, sections, and titles cleanly?
- Keyword match: Paste a target job description; we surface keyword gaps and skills density.
- Readability & clarity: We flag filler, passive voice, and run-on bullets.
- Format & structure: We catch tables/columns that hide text from parsers.
- Role alignment: We show the top roles your CV already fits.
Try It in 60 Seconds
- Open the WisGrowth Resume Scanner.
- Upload PDF or DOCX (simple layouts parse best).
- (Optional) Paste the job description for precise keyword checks.
- Review your exact ATS score and prioritised fixes.
- Iterate once, re-scan, and apply.
Top ATS Problems We Fix
- Missing keywords: Your CV uses “owner” while the JD says “manager”. Use the scanner’s keyword analysis to close that gap.
- Hidden text: Tables, columns, or images can make content unreadable for ATS.
- Vague bullets: Duties without outcomes—swap in quantified, impact-first bullets.
- Over-styling: Icons, graphics, and skill bars reduce parsability—and your score.
What Makes WisGrowth Different
Transparency. Many scanners exaggerate. We don’t. You’ll get a precise score, recruiter-grade checks, and guidance tuned for real hiring in technology, product, operations, and marketing across the UK.
Example Keywords & Bullets
Product Manager: roadmap, A/B testing, stakeholder management, user research, KPIs.
Software Engineer: Java, Python, React, microservices, CI/CD, cloud, performance optimisation.
We highlight keyword density so your strongest skills appear naturally in impact-oriented bullets—no stuffing.
Human Review Still Matters
After ATS ranking, recruiters skim for clarity, credibility, outcomes. Replace fluff with metrics (e.g., “Reduced cloud spend by 22% via rightsizing and autoscaling”). Deep analysis and optional coaching provide rapid, tailored feedback.
Quick Checklist Before You Apply
- Headline aligned: Your title mirrors the role (e.g., “Senior Product Manager,” not “Product Ninja”).
- Keywords present: Core skills from the job description appear naturally in bullets and skills.
- Impact bullets: Use numbers (%, £, time saved) and outcomes (“reduced churn by 12%”).
- Simple formatting: No tables/columns/icons that hide text from ATS.
- Readable layout: 10–12pt font, clear headings, adequate spacing.
Common Mistakes That Lower Your ATS Score
- Keyword stuffing: Repeating words without context hurts readability.
- Overly creative titles: “Growth Wizard” won’t match “Growth Marketing Manager”.
- Graphics-over-text: Skill bars and icons hide content from parsers.
- PDF scans: Scanned images of CVs are unreadable—export a text-based PDF instead.
Suggested Structure
Use this sequence that consistently parses well: Header (name, email, phone, city/region, LinkedIn) → Professional Summary (2–3 lines, role-aligned keywords) → Skills (grouped, not a tag cloud) → Experience (impact bullets) → Education → Certifications or Projects.