The Functional Resume

The functional resume is the major alternative to the chronological resume. It presents your work experience and achievements, arranged according to responsibilities or function, without real attention to chronological order.

This approach adds focus - it allows you to be very clear about the skills you are able to offer and the areas in which you have worked. The actual titles of your jobs and your work history take a less significant position.

This kind of resume is useful if you have limited work experience or have had breaks in your career, as it emphasizes your experience and functional skills, rather than career progression.

This approach can also be helpful if you are looking to make a career change because it allows you to highlight transferable skills that will help you make the move.

To find out more, take a look at our article on the advantages and disadvantages of the functional resume to decide if this format is right for you.