There are three cover letter formats you may use in the body of your cover letters.

Paragraph Format – enables you to write a narrative text describing who and what you are, and the value you can bring to an organisation.

Comparison List Format – allow you to make specific and positive response to the particular requirements of the advertiser.  Should the advertisement stipulate four specific qualities, this format allows you to list each one with your confirmation of capability in terms of experience and accomplishment, thus demonstrating how you match their needs.

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Bullet Format – often used, this has become the preferred style of many recruiters, allowing you to take advantage of both the narrative and the comparative styles.   Starting with an introductory paragraph you can state who you are, follow-up to confirm general competence in the particular areas of interest and then provide a bullet list of your major accomplishments as related to the requirements of the company in question.  This may then be followed by a closing paragraph confirming your interest in the opportunity concerned, thanking them for their consideration and … asking for the interview!

Generally, a bullet format can be the most powerful presentation; remember, you are trying to provide maximum information in the shortest possible time – whether the reader is a recruitment consultant, a Human Relations manager or a senior executive, they all have one thing in common – too much to do, and not enough time in which to do it!  It is up to you to make their job as easy as possible.

We recommend that your cover letter uses the same font as your CV, maintaining conformity of presentation.  Equally, utilise a font that is in common use, ensuring that any material transmitted by e-mail or web is more likely to be seen as you constructed and not in some default font because the readers PC does not have the particular font you chose to use.

It is notable that all individuals have their own style; equally it is true that differing markets/industries also have individual style constraints.  A style suitable for a conservative engineering company may be unsuitable for a theatrical opportunity!

We are able to provide you with both cover letter examples and purpose written cover letter, individually crafted to your specific needs.

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