How to Write a Consultant Resume that Communicates Passion and Purpose

 If you have specialised skills that are valuable to many businesses; a career as a consultant may be a rewarding and lucrative option. Companies value the role of consultants as they provide insights and implement solutions that can help improve performance by streamlining processes, implementing operational strategies, and making changes to management processes.

Consultants have the choice of either working for a consulting firm or offering their services to a company. In a firm, consultants can be contracted by certain companies for their niche skills. Hired consultants within a company, on the other hand, are expected to be highly knowledgeable in their own fields of specialisation, while being able to demonstrate a variety of skills.

In either case, a consultant usually takes on challenging tasks. But if you have passion, specialised knowledge in a particular field, problem-solving abilities, and excellent analytical and communication skills, then choosing a career path as a consultant can be very fruitful.

Before deciding to embark on a new career, bear in mind that there is no such thing as a perfect job. There is, however, always one that matters to you the most and addresses your immediate needs. #JobsThatMatter are those that allow you to express your passion, fulfill a purpose, and answer specific needs. 

When you’re ready to take on a new career as a consultant, you will need to impress hirers by writing a resume that best illustrates how you can be an asset to their business.

Resume Sample for Consultants

Resume writing tips for Consultants

Career Summary/Objective

Did you know that it only takes hirers an average of six seconds to make up their mind about a candidate through their resume? That is why leading your resume with a strong career summary is extremely important. You will need to highlight your strengths right off the bat.

An effective career summary should catch hirers’ attention by clearly describing your competence and experience as a consultant. It will also help to emphasise other traits and skills that are worth mentioning.

Example:

“A business development consultant with 10 years of experience in the F&B industry as proprietor and operations manager. Seasoned in training staff and streamlining processes and systems in back-of-house operations. Goal-oriented and analytical with foresight on upcoming trends in the restaurant scene.”

Work Experience

While a rich job history that features several positions from different fields speaks to diverse knowledge and experience, it can also be interpreted by some as lack of career commitment. A well-written resume can preempt this by framing such a long list as a diverse experience that has equipped you with more skills and helped you become a more well-rounded individual. 

You can mention how you have picked up specific transferable skills from certain positions. Cite highlights of your successes in your former roles and make them more concrete by using Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).

Operational PartnerEl Loco Kitchen + Bar, 2015-2019

• Exceeded our restaurant’s quarterly sales target and earned return of investment (ROI) 6 months earlier than the initial projection.

Kitchen Manager

The Bull Steakhouse, 2012-2014

• Ensured the smooth flow of kitchen operations and managed other back-of-house responsibilities including labor and costing, with savings of up to 10%

Marketing Specialist

ABC Corporation, 2010-2012

• Performed marketing duties such as preparing marketing plans and projections, and facilitated on-ground coordination for events and activation

Education

A strong educational background can give you the competitive edge you need. Apart from the degrees you have earned, it helps to mention additional training and certification in order to establish a stronger sense of authority and credibility as an expert in your field.

Examples:

Diplome de Cuisine

Le Cordon Bleu - Malaysia, 2020-Present

Masters in Business Administration

Asian Institute of Management, 2012-2014

Bachelor of Science in Business Administration

University of the Malaya, 2006-2010

Key Skills

A consultant needs a wide variety of skills in order to solve different kinds of business problems. Technical skills will largely depend on your specific field, but may include the following:

• Creating operational charts and workflow
• Mastery of Excel and other Microsoft Office programs
• Creating balance sheets, sales projection

This is where the transferable skills that you may have learned in various professional and personal experiences can also come in handy. Some of the most relevant transferable skills for a consultant include:

• Leadership qualities
• Delegation of tasks
• Analytical skills
• Planning
• Creative thinker
• Problem solver
• Giving feedback
• Staying calm in stressful situations

Being a consultant is a challenging role because it is a highly valuable one. When done with the right approach and mindset, it can be equally beneficial to you and the organisations you work with.

Now is a good time to update your JobStreet profile, so the right hirers can connect with you and acquire your services as a consultant. If you are immediately available for employment, add the #WorkNow tag to your profile. Now you can begin searching for the #JobsThatMatter on JobStreet. And for more expert insights and helpful tips on growing your career, visit the Career Resources Hub.

At JobStreet, we believe in bringing you #JobsThatMatter. As a Career Partner, we are committed to helping all jobseekers find passion and purpose in every career choice. And as the number 1 Talent Partner in Asia, we connect employers with the right candidates who truly make a positive and lasting impact on the organisation. 

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