Covering letter example - speculative
This covering letter explains why you are interested in working for a particular employer and highlights your key skills and qualities.
This covering letter would be useful when you are approaching an employer who hasn't advertised a job, but may have available the type of work you are looking for.
Mr John Smith
33 Jameson Street
Pontypridd
CF99 9YY
Telephone: 01234 771424
Email: johnsmith555@mail.com
25 September 2022
Ms Janet Rees
Managing Director
Goodlook Blinds
Valleys Enterprise Park
Pontypridd
CF99 6ZN
Dear Ms Rees
I am writing regarding employment opportunities with your company as I am keen to secure employment with a successful, local organisation.
My name is John Smith and I have provided my current CV for your information.
I have several years experience in retail sales. At a local bedding retailer, I increased the sales of a particular line by 50 per cent by displaying this product more prominently.
I possess excellent customer service skills. I regularly help customers in choosing products and received a commendation from management for helping disabled customers around the store where I was employed.
I am accustomed to working both as part of a team and independently, successfully completing tasks to the highest possible standard within given time scales. I am adaptable and flexible in the workplace and am prepared to undertake any further training that is made available to me.
I feel that the combination of my skills and experiences make me an ideal candidate for a position within your organisation.
I look forward to hearing from you.
Yours sincerely
John Smith
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This covering letter example is suitable when applying for your first job.
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This covering letter example is suitable when you are returning to work after a period away from working.
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This covering letter example is suitable if you are changing careers.
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