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.

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.
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.
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.
CVs
Covering letters
Job applications
Skills reflection and development
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

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.
Find out how I can support you - explore the services below.
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.
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.
CV Review
Cover Letter Review
LinkedIn Review
CV Review
Cover Letter Review
LinkedIn Review
Application Form Review
Interview Practice
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
"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
