Compare your experience with the job advert to understand how close the match really is.
You send out application after application, yet nothing comes back. Many people apply for roles without knowing how closely their skills match what the job actually requires, which makes it harder to understand why there is no progress.
Some people send applications to roles where they only meet a small part of the requirements. When you apply without understanding the skill match, you can waste time on roles that are unlikely to move forward.
Others avoid applying because they are missing one or two skills, even when their background is a strong match for most of the role. This leads to missed opportunities.
Job descriptions vary in format and detail, which makes it difficult to judge how well your experience lines up. Without a simple way to compare your skills to the role, it’s easy to under- or over-estimate your fit.
Job descriptions can be broad, inconsistent, or unclear. Without breaking them down into skills, it’s easy to focus on the wrong parts.
Add 5 to 10 skills from the job advert and rate your experience with each one using green, yellow, or red. Once you complete the list, our calculator shows how closely your skills align with the requirements of the role.
Paste the top 5-10 requirements from the ad.
See the strategy for addressing your gaps in the Cover Letter and Interview.
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Strategy: Highlight these in your CV Summary and Cover Letter.
Strategy: Mention in Cover Letter: "While I haven't used [Skill], my background in [Similar Skill] means I can learn it fast."
Strategy: Pivot to transferable skills. If this list is long, reconsider the application.
Whether you need a stronger CV to prove your skills or a Cover Letter to explain the gaps, we can help.
View Career Support Services Speak to someone firstThe Job Fit Calculator uses the skills you enter and the ratings you select to show how closely your experience aligns with the requirements of the role. It highlights where you are strong, where you can build on transferable skills, and where any gaps may sit.
We take it from here. If you want support beyond the calculator, we help you position yourself for the role by highlighting your strongest skills, addressing any gaps appropriately, and presenting your experience in a way that matches what the job needs.
Whether you’re updating your own CV or arranging support for your team, we guide you through each step.