Professional. Practical. Personalised.

Grow your career confidence

Helping you create strong applications, prepare effectively for interviews and explore your next career steps

Trusted

Trusted careers guidance

I’ve worked in careers guidance for over 15 years and spent ten of those years at Durham University. I give clear, practical advice that helps you make choices, polish applications and walk into interviews feeling prepared and calm.

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Who I support

I work with students, graduates, early-career professionals and career changers, providing practical, personalised support that fits your goals and situation. You might be studying at college or university, applying for work experience, internships and placements, seeking graduate employment or considering a career change.

When applying for jobs or work experience, standing out starts with understanding what recruiters look for and how their processes work. In today’s competitive job market, where employers can receive hundreds of applications per vacancy, it’s vital to make a strong impact and show why you’re the right fit at every stage, from application to interview.

I can help you:

Present yourself in applications

Create strong CVs, covering letters and application forms that clearly highlight your skills and experience.

Build your professional presence on LinkedIn

Optimise your profile to showcase your strengths and experience, make meaningful connections, and present yourself confidently online.

Prepare for interviews

Practise and refine techniques, tackle the parts that feel challenging, and gain the confidence to perform at your best.

Navigate your career

Flexible, tailored careers coaching that can cover anything you need, from exploring career options and reflecting on skills, to planning next steps, improving confidence, or tackling a specific challenge.

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Get your applications right

Applications and CVs are where most chances start — and small changes can make a big difference. I help you match your CV and cover letters to the job, show achievements in a clear way, and make sure your form answers hit what employers want.

You’ll get focused, practical edits and tips you can use straight away. If interviews are next, we’ll practice those too so you feel calm and ready. This is about getting the basics right and showing your real strengths with confidence.

Why Adelle Fairclough?

About Me

I am a qualified careers professional with 15 years’ experience, including supporting students and graduates at Durham University, a leading Russell Group institution. With extensive experience

supporting individuals from diverse backgrounds, I help people address their unique career needs.

This includes all stages of recruitment, from applications to interviews, as well as tailored guidance on skills reflection, work experience, career planning and more. My professional, practical and personalised approach helps clients gain the confidence to take the next step in their career.

Services can be booked individually or as a package.

Areas of expertise

  • CVs

  • Covering letters

  • Job applications

  • Skills reflection and development

  • LinkedIn

  • Interviews

  • Assessment centres

  • Career planning and development

  • Confidence-building

  • Career change

  • Work experience

  • Part-time jobs

  • Internships

  • Placements

  • Graduate schemes and jobs

  • Further study

  • Gaps in employment or activity

  • Navigating reasonable adjustments in recruitment processes

  • Supporting individual needs

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Services

Find out how I can support you - explore the services below.

CV Review

Get professional guidance to strengthen your CV.

Cover Letter Review

Gain expert advice to improve your cover letter.

Application Form Review

Get professional feedback to strengthen your application.

LinkedIn Profile Review

Receive expert guidance to make your LinkedIn profile stand out.

Interview Practice

Get professional support to practise and prepare for interviews with confidence.

Career Coaching

Access professional coaching and advice to support your career journey.

Services

Find out how I can support you - explore the services below.

CV Review

Get professional guidance to strengthen your CV.

Fee £60

Cover Letter Review

Gain expert advice to improve your cover letter.

Fee £60

Application Form Review

Get professional feedback to strengthen your application.

Fee £60

LinkedIn Profile Review

Receive expert guidance to make your LinkedIn profile stand out.

Fee £60

Interview Practice

Get professional support to practise and prepare for interviews with confidence.

Fee from £95

Career Coaching

Access professional coaching and advice to support your career journey.

Fee from £95

Packages For Individuals

Choose Your Plan

Everyone’s career journey is different, and your support needs will vary. Booking a package gives you the advantage of comprehensive, coordinated support across the areas most relevant to you. Whether you want to polish your applications, prepare for interviews, or work with a coach to clarify your goals, a package brings everything together in one tailored solution. Packages are also discounted compared with booking individual services, making it a practical way to get the guidance you need.

Professional Presence Package

Stand out from the crowd with a polished CV, cover letter and LinkedIn that make a strong first impression.

  • CV Review

  • Cover Letter Review

  • LinkedIn Review

Fee £150

Discount of £30 on individual services

Job Ready Package

A complete package to help you navigate the full recruitment journey with confidence.

  • CV Review

  • Cover Letter Review

  • LinkedIn Review

  • Application Form Review

  • Interview Practice

Fee £295

Discount of £40 on individual services

Career Coaching

Five personalised coaching sessions to address your specific career support needs.

Fee from £395

FAQ

Who do you work with?

I work with students, final-year students, recent graduates, early-career professionals and people wanting to change careers. I match support to where you are and what you want next.

How long does a session take?

Coaching sessions are one hour. Practice interview sessions are 45 minutes. Written reviews (CV, cover letter, application) include feedback and suggestions and a short follow-up if needed.

Can you help with applications to internships or grad schemes?

Yes. I help you shape CVs, application forms and cover letters for internships, grad schemes and entry-level roles. We focus on clear evidence of your skills and how to answer common application questions.

Do you offer mock interviews?

Yes. I run 45-minute practice interviews with feedback on answers, presentation and ways to improve. We cover common questions and practice techniques to help you stay calm and focused.

How do I book and what happens after a review?

You can book online or by email. After a review I give clear, written feedback and suggested next steps. We can book a follow-up session to go through changes or practice interview answers.

Testimonials

"a critical source of support"

It is not an overstatement to say that Adelle was transformational in my life. As a mature student who swopped construction for academia there were so many things careers-wise that I knew nothing about. Adelle, at all times, allowed me to be my authentic self and taught me ways that I could incorporate this into progression in my career within academia. At choice points along my journey her reassurance, knowledge and importantly, empathy and understanding were a critical source of support that has allowed me to succeed. I am truly forever indebted to you, Adelle

- Lecturer and researcher