Cover Letters – working with CVs to market you effectively

What a Cover Letter is and why you need one

Cover letters
Having a strong CV is only one half of a well-targeted job application. An equally strong accompanying Cover Letter is a crucial part of distributing your CV and its importance is usually underestimated by candidates applying for work.
The cover letter introduces you and sets the scene for your CV. It also helps differentiate you from other job seeker applicants.
It gives you the opportunity to express why you are applying for the role and why you feel you are suitable. With this information in mind, it will make the reader far more likely to continue to read your full CV. Your CV is an advert for you. However, the Covering Letter is the advert for the CV.
Ask yourself:
  • Do I know how to produce a targeted Cover Letter?
  • Do I know what to include and what not to include when I'm making a speculative enquiry?
  • Do I know how to close a letter appropriate to the intended recipient?
  • Do I know how and where to include a Cover Letter with email and online applications?
Preparing a good, personalised covering letter takes time, but it is a worthwhile investment.
How we can help you
Having a team of qualified HR Professionals with over 50+ years' collective experience in employment and recruitment, we have the expertise to help jobseekers find their next role. We know what it takes to produce a powerful Cover Letter that employers want to read and one that will steer them towards your CV.

We have 2 options for you to consider:

Cover Letter Templates

Factoring in your requirements we will send you the Cover Letter Templates appropriate to your level and applications, as well as providing sound advice on current online application etiquette. Priced at only £10 the templates and advice give you with the tools to create a stand-out Cover Letter.

Cover Letter Templates

Bespoke Cover Letter Service

The Bespoke Cover Letter Service provides you with a tailored Cover Letter for a targeted job application. This personal service costs only £40 and will ensure your application stands out from the crowd and tempts them towards your CV.

Bespoke Cover Letter Service


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