Covering Letters | Workplace


A great way to grab the employer’s attention when applying for jobs, is to include a cover letter.  It is an opportunity for you to stand out from the crowd and encourage the employer to invite you for an interview.  Attaching a cover letter alongside your CV acts as a personal introduction, it is a way to highlight your key accomplishments which helps sell your application.  Listed below are a few points to get you started and a link on how to write an effective cover.

  • Personalise your cover letter to the job specification
  • Research the company and the job role
  • Identify your unique selling points
  • Highlight relevant experience and demonstrate how your skills match the job description

https://www.prospects.ac.uk/careers-advice/cvs-and-cover-letters/cover-letters

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