I was told many times that my CV was very American. One page short and sweet. Most recruiters recommended 4 pages minimum.
When I first arrived, I had a hard time caring at all about my resume because in my last environment if someone asked me for a cv it was kind of a polite brush off. Eventually I caved and followed recruiters advice and didn't get any jobs either. I was offered a job last week but that is mostly because I know the person. I am qualified for the position, but still.
OH got her job with her one page American CV.
So basically all advice is null advice.