Writing a cover letter requires you to do five things: address, introduce, explain, emphasise and thank.
If you're currently looking and applying for jobs, writing a cover letter can help you to stand out from the crowd of job-seekers and leave a lasting impression.
We have created a five-step cover letter structure to help you write a great cover letter and land the job that you want.
- Address the hiring manager (by name if you can), the job you’re applying for and where you found out about the job.
- Introduce yourself by outlining your immediate professional background (your role, industry, years of experience or qualifications if you’re a student or recent graduate) and explain how the skills gained from this background make you the best person for the job.
- Explain why you want to work for this company specifically - possibly by referring to a project or campaign they’ve been involved in - and convey that this isn’t just a job to pay the bills (even if it is).
- Bring it back to why you’re right for this company specifically and what you can contribute towards their business objectives, vision and culture.
- Thank the hiring manager for considering your application and include a call to action, as well as how you might be reached for a follow up.
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