Writing an anonymised CV means removing personal information that could reveal your identity, such as your name, address, phone number, email, LinkedIn URL, publications, and education institutions. This will be a part of an application process where you will fill in your personal details by logging into an application system; the employer will still have your details to contact you but will be reviewed by someone that does not have these details. This is extremely important as if the employer has asked for an anonymised CV and your CV reveals personal details, your CV will automatically be rejected. The purpose of this type of CV is to focus solely on your qualifications, skills, and experiences without any biases based on your personal background. Here are some tips on how to write an anonymised CV:

1. Remove all personal information: As mentioned earlier, the first step is to remove all personal information from your CV. This includes your name, address, phone number, email, and other information that could identify you.
2. Focus on your skills and experiences: The goal of an anonymised CV is to highlight your skills and experiences without any biases based on your personal background. Focus on your qualifications, skills, and experiences relevant to the job you’re applying for. Do this by thoroughly reading your job description and highlighting any responsibilities/achievements you have had that are similar/advantageous for the company you are applying for.
3. Avoid mentioning any personal details: that could reveal your identity, such as your age, marital status, religion, ethnicity, or nationality. I would air on the side of caution and not include the location of where you have worked if this could indicate your nationality. When writing languages, be careful not to write native.
4. Use a generic title: Instead of using your current job title, use a generic title that describes your role, such as “Marketing Manager” or “Sales Associate”. Some job roles are specific to the organisation they work for and could be guessed. Also, be careful if you have completed internships and you write the date this could give a rough guide to your age; think about rewording the internship maybe to a contract.
5. Use generic descriptions for organisations; for example, instead of writing “Specialist CV Writer” as the employer, you may want to write “A professional CV writing company”.
6. Check for any identifying information: Before submitting your CV, double-check for any identifying information that may have slipped through. Make sure that your anonymised CV doesn’t reveal your identity in any way. If you can, give it to a friend or a family member to see if they can identify it as you.

Overall, an anonymised CV should focus solely on your qualifications, skills, and experiences without any personal information that could reveal your identity. By following these tips, you can create an effective anonymised CV that showcases your strengths and increases your chances of getting hired.

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