Australia

Create an Australian Resume That Meets Local Employer Expectations

Build a professional Australian resume or CV with correct formatting, A4 layout, and conventions suited to the Australian job market.

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Australia resume conventions

Document type	Resume or CV (both terms used)
Photo	Not standard — avoid unless creative role
Length	2-3 pages (longer than US norms)
Date format	Month Year (Jan 2024)
Paper size	A4 (210 x 297 mm)
Language	Australian English (organise, recognise)
Visa status	Include work rights if applicable

What you need to know

Australia uses both 'resume' and 'CV' interchangeably for most roles. The standard length is 2-3 pages — longer than US norms. Photos are not expected for most roles but may be acceptable in hospitality or real estate. If you are not an Australian citizen or permanent resident, include your visa/work rights status, as employers need to verify this. Use A4 paper and Australian English spelling.

Do

Use A4 paper size
Include visa/work rights status if not a citizen or PR
Target 2-3 pages
Use Australian English spellings
Include a career profile or summary
List referees (2-3) with contact details or 'Available on request'

Don't

Include a photo unless explicitly requested
Include Tax File Number (TFN)
Exceed 3 pages for most roles
Forget to mention work rights if on a visa
Use American spellings or paper size

Frequently asked questions

Yes. Large Australian employers, recruitment agencies, and government bodies use ATS. Use clean formatting, standard headings, and relevant keywords from the job advertisement.

It is common in Australia to include 2-3 referees at the end of your resume, or note 'Referees available on request'. This differs from US norms where references are rarely included.

No. 2-3 pages is standard in Australia. Unlike the strict 1-page US norm, Australian employers expect more detail, especially for mid-career and senior roles.