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Month, Day, Year

Mr./Ms./Dr. First Name & Last Name
Title
Name of Organization
Street or P. O. Box Address
City, State, Zip Code

Dear Mr./Ms./Dr. Last Name:

Opening paragraph: State the reason why you are writing; include how you learned of the position and organization or company. You can also choose to include basic information about yourself.

2nd paragraph: Specify the reasons why you are interested with the position of the employer. State specific qualifications that make you a good and strong choice for the employer or office that is in charge of deliberating candidates for the position. Maximize the opportunity to explain details that are relevant to the job. You can also mention that your resume or curriculum vitae are also attached. If there are any other documents or enclosure, mention them.

3rd paragraph: Express your interest to have a formal interview to further discuss your qualifications which can be useful for the position. You can indicate when and how you will follow-up about the post. Make sure that your availability for interview is indicated. Mention that you are willing to provide more information and supporting documents if needed. Express gratitude to the employer for her/his consideration.

Sincerely,

(Your handwritten signature)

Your name typed

Enclosures (refers to resume, etc.)

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Some workloads of an executive assistant are to make appointments, handling and arranging files, schedule for trainings and take down minutes of conferences. Here is a sample cover letter for your application for an executive assistant position in a company or institution. Examine the correct format of this sample cover letter.

August 10, 2007

Darryl Holmes

XYZ Outsourcing Company

1111 Oakwood Road,

London, United Kingdom

(878) 098 9900

Dear Mr. Holmes:

Ms. Kathleen James informed me about the vacancy in your company. I was pleasured by how she described your company. Therefore, I would like to express my interest to apply for the executive assistant needed in the XYZ Outsourcing Company.

Based on my past work experiences, I am confident that I am suitable to the executive assistant position. I worked as an executive secretary for one year in a leading pharmaceutical company. I also have several work experiences as clerk and records manager in some institutions.

Please review my attached resume and certificates from the workshops I attended. It will be my pleasure to discuss with you my other skills and knowledge that will be relevant to your company.

Thank you and more powers.

Very truly yours,

Jasmin Lim

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7^th of July 2009

Jack Smith

HR Manager for Recruitment

Dominic Chemicals, Inc.

Durham, NC 34921

Dear Mr. Smith:

I am writing to express my interest in your current opening for a Sales Supervisor. I am already working in the sales department of the chemical industries for five years now. With continuous improvement and perseverance, I am confident that I can be an asset for the sales department of Dominic Chemicals, Inc.

I am highly adaptive and very competitive when it comes to sales. In previous tenure, I was successful in increasing sales for the whole team by modifying sale techniques which is focused on our targeted niche. I am very confident that I can do the same if not more for your company.

Attached is a copy of curriculum vitae for your perusal. It contains more details about my previous job descriptions and skills. I am looking forward to a personal interview with you for a better and keener discussion of my core competencies for the job. You call me at (515) 555- 6293 or email me at kath.eden@hotmail.com for clarifications. I am willing to send further supporting documents if needed. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Kath Eden

Enclosure Resume.

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Here is a sample cover letter for any position as executive staff. It should be concise and straight to the point. Include your past positions in your work and your achievements in the related field. This will give a positive first impression to your application.

10^th September 2007

Britney Anderson

Human Resource Manager

Universal Telecommunications Company,

UK

Dear Ms. Anderson:

Greetings!

I saw your advertisement at the Daily Times, and I hereby would like to express my interest to apply for the position of Executive Manager at the Universal Telecommunications Company.

I believe that my 2-year experience as an Administrative Assistant in a government-owned telecommunications firm is a perfect preparation for the position as an Executive Manager in your company. Aside from this, I have received awards from different organizations and also handled talks and seminars about effective communications skills and the technicalities of telecommunications. I am willing to work in extended hours and even during holidays for emergency meet ups. I am diligent and hard working person that is why I was promoted as an Administrative Assistant in my past job.

Attached is my curriculum vitae and certificates for you to review. I am looking forward for your response.

Very truly yours,

Margareth Williams

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7^th of July 2009

Jun Lake

Human Resource Manager

Infonxx, Inc.

Durham, NC 34921

Dear Mr. Lake

Using job search engines online, I recently searched look for companies who are looking for System/Network Administrator and chanced upon your post in JobsForYou.com. I believe that my intense training and skills in installing, troubleshooting and maintaining almost all types of computer software’s and hardware’s will be considered as my assets to work for your company.

Your company’s specific requirements for networking, systems engineering and security are in the field of my expertise. I am confident that I can contribute a lot for your company. I can be an excellent technical support to you and to your clients. I would to offer to your company my exemplary skills in providing technical and communication support for your company. I can offer superior network administration.

Please refer to my attached resume for further details about my previous tenure in the same field. I’ll be very glad to accommodate interview to further discuss your company goals and my ability to meet them.

I will be more than glad to accommodate an interview anytime this week and next week. Thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Kath Eden

Enclosure Resume.

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For first time job seekers, here is a general sample of a formal cover letter for your job application. Depending on the position you are applying for and the company you want to be employed, an ideal cover letter should fit your aim.

10^th June 2008

Francis Jackson

Human Resource Department Head

Las Vegas Museum

(555) 987 1333

Dear Mr. Jackson:

I saw your ad in the Metro Daily Newspaper that you are looking for a curator for your museum. Therefore I am responding to the ad and I would like to express my sincerest interest to apply for the curator position in the Las Vegas Museum.

I am currently taking up Master in Library and Information Science major in museums. In my past work experiences, I was a curator in an old university here in the United States for two years. My first work after finishing my undergraduate studies was archives and records administration head. I am confident that these past working experiences of mine are excellent preparation for the job as curator in the Las Vegas Museum.

Please review my attached curriculum vitae and certificates. I will be looking forward to your positive response. Thank you.

Very truly yours,

Michael Santos

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7th of July 2009

Jack Smith

HR Manager for Recruitment

Dominic Chemicals, Inc.

Durham, NC 34921

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am highly skilled Sales and Marketing Professional with broad knowledge and proven skills in building big networks and professional relationships between a drug company and its clients. I believe my skills will help me excel in working as a Marketing Supervisor for Dominic Chemicals, Inc.

I have more than five years of professional experience in promoting products and managing sales for fast-paced products and long term marketing packages. I have developed effective sales and marketing techniques which proved to increase sales and revenue for my former company. And I’ll be more than glad to do the same thing to your good office if you give me a chance.

Enclosed with this letter is a copy of my resume for your perusal. My key competencies are: a valuable sales leadership and good financial skills, highly adept to development of marketing and sales strategies, broad skills and expertise in marketing management, and exceptionally adaptability to different and changing environments.

I would be glad to sit for an interview with your company. You can call me at my cell phone (515) 555- 6293 any time. Thank you for your time and kind consideration.

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Kath Eden

Enclosure Resume.

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July 07 2009

Mr. Dawn Jack
Humming Bird Press
684 Park Avenue South,
New York, NY 74943

Dear Mr. Jack,

I am writing to you regarding the application I sent you on June 01 in response to the job post you did in ABC Times Newspaper. I have heard that you have not hired an Editorial Assistant to date and I want to re-emphasize my interest for this position in your company.

If you wish to get more information or have any clarifications regarding my skills and competencies for the job, you can reach me at the above contact details. I am available any time and any day this week for an interview.

Please see the enclosed copy of my curriculum vitae for your perusal. I’ll be glad to send you supporting documents if needed.

Thanking you,

(Signature)

Celine Wonder

***This is just one example of the many numbers of professional letters that are written. This is a follow-up cover letter. Letter of rejection can be patterned from this one, too. For professional cover letters, it is very important to take note that everything needs to be direct to the point. Time is very important for the writer and the reader of such letters.

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7th of July 2009

Jack Smith

HR Manager for Recruitment

Dominic Chemicals, Inc.

Durham, NC 34921

Dear Mr. Smith,

I am a skilled Administrative Assistant with a strong background in computer secretarial and business management strategies for a chemical company. I have 3 years of broad practical training in almost all professional and administrative positions. I would like to express my interest in being a part of your company. I have good customer support capabilities and I can offer versatility for the job.

Priority management and multi-tasking are skills I have mastered. I enjoy a fast-paced environment. If you are in need of someone who looks forward to challenges, I believe I can be a valuable asset not only for your front desk but for your company.

Enclosed with this letter is a copy of my resume for your perusal. Detailed descriptions of my previous tenures from my old companies are available. I am highly competent to be your Administrative Assistant.

I am looking forward to hear from you regarding the schedule of a personal interview. Feel free to contact me any time with the contact details indicated above. Thank you for your kind time and consideration.

Sincerely,

(Signature)

Kath Eden

Enclosure Resume.

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January 12, 2008

Samuel Lim

Human Resource Department Head

AAA Group of Companies

Milton, NY 10945

(999) 111 2333

Dear Mr. Lim:

I have read your post in the internet about the vacancy in your company and I therefore would like to express my interest to apply for the Administrative Assistant in the AAA Group of Companies. I am submitting this cover letter, together with my resume and certificates of the seminars I attended and certificates of the awards I have received in the past. Let me introduce myself briefly through this letter.

I earned my undergraduate and graduate degree in Business Administration in a prestigious university. During my studies, I am a constant dean’ lister and I therefore finished my studies as cum laude.

I worked as an Administrative Head in one of the most successful beauty products company in the past. Throughout my past careers, I have worked conscientiously and there was no any complaints about my performance. I am assuring you that I will also bring this attitude of mine in your company and will even work harder.

Attached are my credentials for you to review. It will be my pleasure to ask me for an interview schedule to know more about me and about the job your company is looking for. Looking forward to your reply. Thank you and more powers.

Yours truly,

Ted Bean

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