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Your contact details, company details and date. Match the format of your CV for visual consistency.
Complete guide to writing a cover letter that grabs the recruiter's attention and complements your CV.
Your contact details, company details and date. Match the format of your CV for visual consistency.
Research the hiring manager's name. "Dear [name]" is better than "To whom it may concern".
Mention the role, where you saw it and a compelling reason why you are the ideal candidate.
Highlight 2-3 relevant achievements with concrete data. Connect your experience to the company's needs.
Restate your interest, mention availability for an interview and thank the reader.
Each letter should be unique for each company and role.
3-4 paragraphs is the ideal length.
Tell stories and achievements your CV cannot convey.
Mention a project, value or recent news that motivates you.
•The listing explicitly asks for one
•It is a competitive sector
•You are changing industries
•You have CV gaps to explain
•You were referred by someone
•The listing says not to send one
•It is a quick spontaneous application
•The form does not allow attachments