You want a resume that shows leadership, results, and clear career progress for an Executive Manager role.
Choose a clean, professional template with a reverse-chronological layout. I recommend this layout because it highlights promotions and recent achievements that hiring managers look for.
Keep length to one page if you have under 10 years of relevant management experience. Use two pages only if you led multiple large teams or drove company-wide programs.
Pick ATS-friendly fonts like Calibri, Arial, Georgia, or Garamond. Use 10-12pt for body text and 14-16pt for section headers to keep hierarchy clear.
Keep spacing consistent and use white space between sections. I suggest 1.0 to 1.15 line spacing and clear margins so the page breathes.
Avoid complex columns, graphics, or icons that confuse parsing tools. Simple bullets, bolded headings, and plain dates work best for both humans and systems.
Use standard headings: Contact, Summary, Experience, Achievements, Education, Skills, and Certifications. Put measurable outcomes near each role, like revenue growth or team size.
Watch common mistakes: too many fonts, tiny text, squeezing everything onto one page, or leaving vague job descriptions. Cut weak items and show measurable impact instead.