PRICE GUIDE · BUSINESS & PROFESSIONAL · 2026–2027
CV Writer cost in the UK
£50–£219 per CV. Typically £99.
A professional CV writer costs £50–£219 per CV in the UK, with about £99 typical. An early-career CV is cheapest; specialist, senior and executive CVs, and packages with a cover letter and LinkedIn profile, cost the most.
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HOW MUCH IT COSTS
How much does a CV writer cost in the UK?
| Low end | £50 | an early-career CV |
|---|---|---|
| Typical | £99 | what most people pay |
| High end | £219 | an executive CV with LinkedIn profile |
Locufy guide prices for 2026–2027. Updated 2026. A national range, not a quote — enter your town above for real prices from the accountants, solicitors and professional firms near you.
What moves the price
- Career level — an executive CV takes longer to write than an early-career CV
- Package — a cover letter and LinkedIn profile add to the CV price
- Specialist sectors — technical, academic and medical CVs need specialist knowledge
- Turnaround — express delivery within a day or two costs more from most writers
- Consultation — a longer call with the CV writer adds value and cost
- Revisions — the number of rounds of changes included varies by package
Professional services prices in the UK are up 12% over five years (ONS Consumer Price Inflation, Other services n.e.c., to 2026 August). Five years ago a typical cv writer would have cost about £115 — an estimate from today's guide price and that index, not a recorded price. Source: ONS MM23 D7FR →
WHAT YOU GET
What a CV writer booking includes
Takes: Usually two days to a week, depending on the package and turnaround chosen. Not included: Interview coaching, career coaching and recruitment are priced separately — see the related guides below.
WHAT PEOPLE BOOK
Common CV writer jobs
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How to pay less
- Choose a CV-only package if you do not need a cover letter or LinkedIn profile
- Prepare a list of achievements and dates before the CV writer's consultation
- Use the free National Careers Service CV help for a simple CV refresh
Before you book
- Ask to see sample CVs from the writer for roles like yours
- Check how many revisions the CV writing package includes
- Confirm the turnaround time if you have an application deadline
- Ask the CV writer how they keep your personal details confidential
CV Writer cost: questions people ask
£50–£219 per CV, with about £99 typical. An early-career CV costs the least; an executive package with a LinkedIn profile costs the most.
Usually two days to a week. Express services can deliver within a day or two for an extra fee.
Yes. The National Careers Service offers free CV advice and templates, which may be enough for a simple update.
No reputable writer can guarantee interviews. A good CV improves your chances, but the job market and your fit for the role matter too.
Interview coaching, career coaching and job applications are separate services. Some writers sell them as add-ons to a CV package.
They are Locufy guide prices for the UK, drawn from published UK CV writing prices. They give a national range, not a quote.
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