Cover letter writing perth

Using the same cover letter when applying for different positions is one of the biggest mistakes we see job-seekers make. While not so critical overseas and to some recruitment agencies, Australian employers will require a cover letter to be submitted with every job application 90% of the time. If the job ad says they want a cover letter, you’d better get them one.

This letter is usually the first thing an employer will read and if left unimpressed, you can bet they won’t bother reading your resume. While a resume typically focuses on the ‘big picture’ items, your cover letter is a far more personal document that provides a glimpse into your personality and character that a resume would struggle to communicate. It is also your first (and biggest) opportunity to let the employer know how your skills and achievements outlined in your resume tie into the current position you are applying for, as well as the value that you, personally, will bring to their organisation.

In short, your cover letter could be seen as a “bridge” between your resume and the position you are applying for, and in the competitive modern workplace, first impressions are everything. You have one chance to prove yourself. Never forget this.