Classic Serif Resume for Graduates
Elegant serif typography for finance, law, consulting, and academic applications.
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About this template
Classic Serif is the right template for graduates targeting industries where traditional credentials and academic pedigree matter: investment banking, law, management consulting, accountancy, and academic positions.
The grey section bands and serif typography communicate that you understand professional convention in these fields. A consulting firm that interviews at target schools expects to see a well-formatted, formal resume — Classic Serif delivers exactly that.
For finance freshers, the layout perfectly frames the credentials that matter most: degree institution, degree classification, A-levels or equivalent, and any investment/consulting relevant projects or societies.
Classic Serif is ATS-safe — single column, standard headings — so it works both for automated online applications and physical CV review at career fairs and on-campus recruiting.
The template also works well for PhD and research applications where academic credentials and publications come above professional experience.
Who is this template for?
- Finance and investment banking freshers
- Law graduates and trainee solicitor applicants
- Management consulting graduate applicants
- MBA graduates from business schools
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Questions about this template
Is Classic Serif good for investment banking applications?+
Yes — IB recruiting at most banks expects formal, traditional formatting. Classic Serif matches that expectation while being ATS-safe for bank portal submissions.
Can I use Classic Serif for consulting applications?+
Yes. McKinsey, BCG, and Bain all see Classic Serif-style resumes regularly. The structured grey bands and serif typography signal you've made deliberate formatting choices.
Template features
- Serif typography signals professional convention
- Grey section bands create formal structure
- Academic credentials displayed with appropriate weight
- ATS-safe single column for portal applications
- Scales well with distinctions, awards, and activities
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