FAQ

Frequently asked questions

Everything you need to know before creating your CV.

90%

of companies use ATS systems

75%

of CVs rejected before a human

3 min

to receive your CV

What is an ATS score and why does it matter?

ATS (Applicant Tracking Systems) are software tools used by over 90% of large companies to automatically filter applications before a human recruiter ever sees them. Studies show that 75% of CVs are rejected by these systems before reaching a recruiter.

These tools scan your CV for specific keywords relevant to your sector and the target role. A poorly formatted CV — with tables, complex columns or images — can be completely unreadable to an ATS, even if your profile is excellent.

Your ATS score measures how compatible your CV is with these systems: the higher the score, the better your chances of being shortlisted for an interview. Our AI automatically integrates the right keywords and adopts an ATS-friendly format to maximise your visibility.

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How our AI optimises your CV for recruiters

Our AI does far more than fill in a generic template. It analyses your full profile — experience, skills, target sector — and writes an entirely personalised document.

First, semantic analysis: the AI identifies the essential keywords in your field and integrates them naturally throughout each section of your CV. Second, results-driven writing: every experience is rewritten with strong action verbs and quantified achievements to capture recruiters' attention.

Finally, the format is chosen automatically based on your sector: modern for tech, executive for finance and law, creative for artistic roles. Every decision is made with one goal: maximising your chances of landing an interview.

The most common mistakes that get CVs rejected

Most rejected CVs share the same flaws. Here are the six most frequent mistakes:

  • Wrong format: tables, multiple columns and images make CVs unreadable for ATS.
  • Missing keywords: without the terms the software expects, your application is invisible.
  • Generic descriptions: 'good communication skills' and 'team player' impress no one — recruiters want facts.
  • No quantified achievements: 'increased sales by 40%' is worth infinitely more than 'contributed to growth'.
  • Inconsistent structure: missing dates or an illogical order raise doubts about your career path.
  • Wrong length: ideally 1 to 2 pages depending on your experience.

Rise & Hire automatically corrects all these mistakes using AI trained on thousands of CVs validated by recruiters.

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