Cover Letter Guide
How to write a covering letter/email: This should be a short statement to summarise your CV and highlight why you are the right candidate for the job. See below what Recruitment Avenue recommend writing in your covering letter/email. Always remember to tailor to each and every position you apply for. Recruitment Avenue cover letter/email example: Dear Name (or Sir/Madam as appropriate), Opening Paragraph: Identify yourself; state what position you are applying for and where the vacancy was advertised. Second Paragraph: Cover: why you’re interested in the role and why the company appeals to you. Mention your academic background, relevant qualifications and related work experience. Third Paragraph: Mention that you have enclosed your CV/completed application...
Handing In Your Notice
Handing your notice in to a manager you have worked with for a period of time is never an easy task and it shouldn’t be underestimated. Planning what you’re going to say and how you’re going to say it is going to be vital. Remember, it costs employers a lot of time, money and effort to recruit new members of staff as well as the disruption to the department. Recruitment Avenue’s tips for handing in your notice: Practice – Write down what you want to say and list the reasons why you are leaving Practice with a partner/friend to build confidence Be firm and assertive but always remain professional Thank your manager for all their time and effort but reinforce that your mind is 100% made up and that you would like them to respect your...
