Cover letter tips

Cover letter tips

A cover letter is an opportunity to make a personal introduction and show a potential employer how your particular set of knowledge and skills can be of value to them.

Its sole purpose is to encourage the reviewer to read your resume.

Tips on writing a cover letter:
  • Personalise your cover letter for every application
  • Outline how your experience relates to the position
  • Be concise and keep it short
  • Make reference to your resume attached
  • State that you wish to apply for the position
  • Address the letter to the person in charge of the recruitment for this position - do not use Sir/Madam. If you are unsure, make a phone call and find out
  • Make it easy for the person reading your cover letter by giving them your phone number and email address
Download example cover letter

A cover letter is an opportunity to make a personal introduction and show a potential employer how your particular set of knowledge and skills can be of value to them.

Its sole purpose is to encourage the reviewer to read your resume.

Tips on writing a cover letter:
  • Personalise your cover letter for every application
  • Outline how your experience relates to the position
  • Be concise and keep it short
  • Make reference to your resume attached
  • State that you wish to apply for the position
  • Address the letter to the person in charge of the recruitment for this position - do not use Sir/Madam. If you are unsure, make a phone call and find out
  • Make it easy for the person reading your cover letter by giving them your phone number and email address
Download example cover letter

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Our 35+ years of developing a strong network across Tasmania and beyond we work with many of Tasmania's best organisations and companies.

 

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Considering a move to Tasmania?

If you are considering perhaps making a tree or sea change, Tasmania has it all. We are always interested in assisting candidates find the perfect role.

 

Our 35+ years of developing a strong network across Tasmania and beyond we work with many of Tasmania's best organisations and companies.

 

If you are keen to discuss a move, lets talk and see what's possible.   

Email Searson Buck