Must Read!! Free Sample Application Letter for 2017

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An application letter or cover letter is the most important part of

your job search and as such it needs to be done well and in an

attractive manner. The application letter is the first thing an

employer looks at and if you do not convey why you deserve the job

properly then they won't even look at your CV.

Here are a few things to help you when writing an Application Letter

1. Tailor it to your industry

Whenever you write a cover letter it is important to remember to

tailor it to the industry you want to work in. For example if the job

is a Human Resource position then

there is no point in you mentioning your sales experience.

This is because the cover letter is supposed to show how you are

qualified for the position which means you only need to put

experience relevant to the position you are applying for. The rest can

appear on your CV



2. Address the Hiring Manager

Your application letter should be addressed to the hiring manager. If

you can find out his/her name and use that in the salutation.

This goes a long way in showing that you were truly interested in the

position and took time to do some research especially if the name was

not indicated in the job

advert.



3. Keep it short

It is important to keep in mind that the recruiter has to go through a

lot of applications therefore if you want yours

read it should be brief and clear. There is no point in writing two

pages or even more than six paragraphs. The shorter and clear it is

the better.



4. Be passionate

When writing an application letter it is important that you show that

you truly are interested in the position and working for the company.

This will help impress the recruiter and better your chances of

getting an interview.

No one wants to hire someone with no real interest in what they do.



Below is a sample cover letter for

graduate trainee accountant jobs.

Graduate Job Seeker,



P.O. Box 10678- 0100

Nairobi,

5th January, 2016.



The Human Resource Manager,

ABC Company,

Box 34567– 00100,

Nairobi.



Dear Sir/ Madam



RE: APPLICATION FOR GRADUATE TRAINEE ACCOUNTANT POSITION



I am writing to express my interest in the position of accountant

graduate trainee as

advertised in STU newspaper. I recently graduated with a Bachelor of Commerce –

Accounting and Finance from Kenyatta University and have a CPA 4 qualification.

I am particularly attracted to your firm because your graduate

training programme will help me gain hands on experience in

the banking industry. During my time as a student I have had part-time

jobs and an internship, all of which have given me a chance to work as

part of a team and meet

deadlines.

Working at FGH company gave me a chance to inspire and motivate others

while at the same time invest in my integrity and accountability

skills.

In addition to my formal education, I grasp fresh concepts quickly and

can easily adapt

to new changes. My first-rate

communication skills will assist me in building a professional network

of clients and colleagues.

I have also learnt to give positive feedback, and to use it to set my

own personal goals for self-improvement I welcome the

challenge of working with you in a bid to build on my professional

skills while upholding your dedication to exceptional

customer service delivery.

I would appreciate an opportunity to discuss my interest further with

you. You can reach me at 07XX 123 4567 if you need further information

and clarification.



Sincerely,

(Signature)

Graduate Job Seeker