The Importance of a Cover letter on application

The Importance of a Cover letter on application

The best way to get the attention and interest of a Recruiter is to write a brief relevant cover note when sending in your CV for a particular job. The note should highlight the relevant qualities and skills you have for the role. A couple of sentences are sufficient. Do not copy and paste from a previous cover note as mistakes will follow i.e. wrong name of company, irrelevant experience highlighted which totally undermines what you really have achieved and may even prevent the recruiter from reading your CV immediately. It also puts a question mark on whether you are really interested in that role. No matter how many positions you apply for make sure you send in a strong relevant application each time. It gives a sense of credibility and genuine interest. Check your spelling and punctuation. Remember read the job description before making your application! If you are sending your CV speculatively again it is very important to send a note with it so the recruiter has some idea what you might be interested in and of course will then contact you otherwise your CV could disappear down the email list as they may not have the time to follow up. Good luck.

Janet Moran, Priority Placements Financial & Office Support Recruitment Specialists

MInd The Gap

Mind The Gap

Gaps in CV's are quite commonplace. The question is "should you or shouldnt you fill them in?" There are reasons you should and reasons you shouldn't. Straight forward short gaps between jobs such as seeking work, travelling, maternity, family carer are generally acceptable. However unexplained longer term gaps can make it easy for a potential employer to dismiss your application so even if you are walking dogs, brushing up on your photography skills or trying some new entreprenueurial venture in order to secure yourself work we advise you put it on your CV. It makes for interesting reading and hopefully conversation. It shows that you have been trying to keep occupied whilst sourcing a position in your current expertise. Your CV is your sales statement, make it interesting and leave no room for doubt!

Priority Placements, Financial & Office Support Recruitment Specialists