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An excellent covering letter can help differentiate your CV from the countless others that pass across an employer's desk. A cover letter should be short and punchy, emphasising 2 or 3 highlights of your strengths and experience. Let Mr. Yeung Ka-sing, Hong Kong HR expert, to tell you the cover letter writing tips.
Find Out the Employer’s Preference
Scrutinise the advertisements to find out what the employers are looking for and let them know you are the right person.
 
Matching Ability with the Job
Graduates without work experience may include your personal/ learning experience, which shows an effective pairing with the job.
 
Show Your Unique Value-added Ability
If you have work experience, show the employers how your unique combination of skills, experiences and personality traits will add value to the company. You may describe the following in your cover letter: how your communication skills could lead a team, that you have good interpersonal networks and that your work experience that facilitated business operations.
 
 
 
 
 

[Date]

[Name of Hiring Manager]
[Title of Hiring Manager]
[Name of Company]
[Address]

 

 

Dear [Mr. or Ms.][Last Name],

Re: Application for the Position of [Job Position] [Ref: XXXXX]

I am writing to express my interest in your current opening for [Job Position] advertised on Recruit on [Date].

I graduated from [Name of School] majoring in [Subject]. During my studies, I demonstrated strong research skills in project works and much of my experience has been within a team environment. I am able to take responsibility for my own work as well as demonstrate leadership when required. I am confident that these attributes, combined with my enthusiasm to learn, will bring commitment to excellence and energy to [Company name].

Enclosed is my resume, which provides details of my qualifications for the position. I would appreciate the opportunity to meet with you to discuss my interest and qualifications. I can be reached at [phone number]. I look forward to hearing from you soon.

Thank you for your time and consideration.


Yours sincerely,

Your Signature

Your Typed Name


Enclosure
 
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