How to Use a ATS CV Template (With Examples)

Published 5 November 2026 by Kloora Tools

Quick answer: the best way to use a ats cv template is to pick a clean layout, lead with a short summary, show results with numbers, and keep it easy to scan. The free ATS CV Template opens in the Kloora CV Maker so you can edit it online and download a PDF or Word file with no signup.

Who this ats cv template is for

This layout suits UK, Europe, Asia and Gulf job applications that use the word CV. If that is not you, the CV Maker has 22 templates, and you can switch at any time without losing what you typed.

What to put in it

• Put your name and contact details at the top in plain text.
• List jobs from newest to oldest with dates on the right.
• Use short bullets that start with an action word.
• Avoid photos unless the employer asks for one.

A sample summary

Here is a short summary you can adapt:

> Chartered accountant with 8 years in audit and tax across Gulf and UK clients. Fluent in IFRS and SAP.

Keep your own summary to two or three lines. Name your role, your years of experience and your strongest skill.

Three sample bullet points

Strong bullets start with an action word and end with a result.

• Led audits for 15 clients with combined revenue above 200 million
• Cut month end close from 9 days to 6
• Supervised a team of 5 junior auditors

Notice that each line has a number. Numbers make your work easy to believe and easy to compare.

A mistake to avoid

Writing long paragraphs. Parsers and recruiters both prefer short bullets.

How to build it in five minutes

1. Open the ATS CV Template.
2. Replace the sample text with your details. The preview updates as you type.
3. Choose an accent color and a font. Use the size controls if the page runs long.
4. Check your score with the ATS CV Checker by pasting the job post.
5. Download the PDF, or the Word file if you want to edit it later. Then write a matching cover letter.

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