Cover Letter

Help to write a job application cover letter

We can write a covering letter for you

or you could follow the letter template below ...

 

The reason why 90% of job application letters fail to reach the interview pile is due to poor presentation, content, and writing style - combined with a misunderstanding of what the recruiter is seeking in a candidate.

 

A Perfect CV writescover letters that sell the skills and experience which match the job role – clearly, factually, succinctly -  to present a compelling case for taking your application to the interview stage.

 

Getting your application letter right is crucial to making a great first impression and is often the only opportunity to get selected for interview.

 

If you'd like a professional to write your letter, we will ...    

·       research the target company to learn about their business

·       design a professional, visually appealing, stylish format

·       study the job profile / person spec to gain an insight into the role  

·       draw on your CV Resume for the key points and expertise matching the role

·       include examples that demonstrate initiative, enthusiasm and quantified results

·       make clear what you have to offer that would benefit the company  

·       include just sufficient information to encourage recruiters to want to learn more

 

If you´d like to write your own letter, the following template and tips could be helpful:

Your contact information

The heading of the letter should include your full postal and email address, and phone number(s)

Employer or Agency contact information

Name and job title of recipient (if known)

Company name and full address

Date your letter

Salutation

Dear Mr / Mrs         (ideally address your letter to a named person)

Dear Sir or Madam (only if you cannot find out the recipient´s name)

Subject

If applying for an advertised position, insert job title and reference

First paragraph

The first paragraph of your cover letter should express your interest in the position, and indicate why the role is particularly attractive to you.

Second paragraph

Introduce your CV and briefly summarise your strengths - qualifications and/or experience in or knowledge of the company´s market sector

Third paragraph

This paragraph should draw attention to the most relevant aspects of your career - making strong connections between your skills that match the job spec.  Ideally, include two to three bullet pointed examples of your initiatives as they relate to the job's key requirements. 

Fourth paragraph

Briefly refer to experience and achievements in your earlier career, but only if relevant to the job description

Final paragraph

Express confidence in your ability to contribute to the success of the company, and indicate that you look forward to taking your application a step further at interview

Complimentary close

Yours sincerely       if you know the recipient´s name

Yours faithfully       if you do not know the recipient´s name

Your signature

Typed signature

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