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Cover Letter Templates

Looking for a free, customisable cover letter template to download in a range of different colours? We provide 24 styles below, plus a copy-paste cover letter template if you simply want some text to modify.

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Free Modern Cover Letter Templates

Having not only an up-to-date cover letter but a modern cover letter template layout makes getting a job in the UK easier, where competition is fierce for high-paying positions. Our newest range of cover letter templates will help your application stand out and improve your chance of earning interviews.

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Free Professional Cover Letter Templates

Your CV proves you’re qualified, but your cover letter shows employers why you deserve the job over other applicants. With a professional cover letter template, you can focus on writing your cover letter because your cover letter’s formatting will already be pristine.

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Free Creative Cover Letter Templates

A plain cover letter shows you know how to write a cover letter, but a colourful, creative cover letter shows you have the dedication and ambition to provide more than merely what’s expected of you. Demonstrate your resourcefulness with a creative cover letter template.

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Free Basic & Simple Cover Letter Templates

If you’re looking for a straightforward cover letter template design, download one of our simple and basic cover letter templates for Word. Each template comes in four muted colours, choose the one that you prefer and put together your own cover letter in minutes.

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basic cover letter template with a gray header, right aligned contact details with black squares to emphasise each detail, standard letter layout, names bolded in black
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basic cover letter template, blue left-aligned name in the header with a gray background, recipient's contact details are also grayed out, paragraph text is bolded
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simple cover letter template with a centered, boxed-in header, gray background for the recipient's contact details, standard letter layout
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Blank Cover Letter Template

The standard cover letter template in the UK comprises seven sections.

1. Cover letter header: Your contact information at the top, with your name clearly visible.

2. Employer information: Contact details you know of the company where you’re applying, such as its address, phone number, and the name of whoever will receive your application.

3. Salutation: “Dear [Reader’s Name],” is ideal. Try to find the recipient’s name via LinkedIn, the company website, or by calling their office and asking.

4. Introductory paragraph: Let the reader know who you are, your level of experience, and why you think you’re a good fit.

5. Body paragraph/s: The main content of your cover letter. Use this space to provide context to your CV, and describe some of your greatest professional achievements and skills.

6. Closing paragraph: Finish with your availability, restate your enthusiasm for the role, and let the recipient know you’ll reach out soon if you don’t hear back.

7. Sign-off: “Yours sincerely” or “Best regards”, and your full name. You can add an e-signature for a personal touch if you like.

Copy and paste the cover letter template below into your preferred word processor and follow its suggestions to begin writing your own.

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OLIVIA DAVIES

  • [email protected]
  • 05911 135476 38
  • Queens Road, London, NW14 9EG

Contact Person’s Name
274 Cotham Road
Bristol
BS6 6SJ
(0117) 1234-567
[email protected]

Dear [Mr/Ms/Mx] [Contact Person’s Name],

The first paragraph should contain a self-introduction. You should write who you are, where your expertise lies, where you found the job advert, and why you want to apply for the job.

The second paragraph should respond directly to the job advert. Describe how your previous job experiences, skills, and abilities allow you to meet the company’s needs. To make that easier, you can (and should) include words and phrases from the job advert in your cover letter.

  • You can include a bulleted list of your accomplishments
  • Make sure you quantify (add numbers to) these bullet points
  • A cover letter with numbers is 100% better than one without

To go the extra mile, research the company and find out what they’re doing — and why — given the current state of their industry. Explain how you can fit into that schema and help push the company forward and achieve any goals you suspect they may have.

The final paragraph is called the “call to action” portion of your cover letter. Inform the employer that you’d love to have an interview. Give them your contact information. Thank them for taking the time to read your cover letter.

Yours sincerely,

[Your Name]

Frequently Asked Questions

Are cover letters necessary in 2022?

Yes, cover letters are necessary in 2022. The job market remains competitive, and simply submitting your CV to an employer doesn’t provide them with any context to your application.

By attaching a well-written cover letter to your CV, you further highlight your qualifications and help the employer envision what it would be like to work with you.

Is it acceptable to use a cover letter template?

Yes, it is acceptable to use a cover letter template. The best cover letter template simply looks professional without being flashy, and all of our cover letter templates meet that standard.

Employers also primarily focus on your cover letter’s content. As long as your template works as the supporting actor to the words it contains, it’s perfectly fine to use any template you like.

What information should I include in my cover letter?

Here’s a list of the information you should include in your cover letter:

  • Your contact information
  • The employer’s contact information
  • A polite salutation
  • The name of whoever is receiving your application
  • A sentence about how you found out about the job advert
  • An explanation of why you’re not only qualified, but the ideal fit for this role
  • Details that provide further context to the content of your CV
  • Bullet points highlighting some of your greatest professional achievements (make sure they’re relevant)
  • A line about when they can contact you and your preferred method of communication
  • A nice sign-off

You may also find other points of interest to include by reading cover letter examples written by professionals in your industry.

How long should a cover letter be?

Your cover letter should be 250-400 words long. If your cover letter is too short, it conveys an air of disinterest on your part. If your cover letter is too long, it makes you come off as self-aggrandizing and unfocused.

Knowing how to properly format a cover letter, so it hits that sweet spot in terms of length, is a skill you should refine as you apply for jobs throughout your life.

What's the best cover letter template to pair with my CV?

The best cover letter template to pair with your CV is one that aesthetically matches your CV template. If your documents use the same font and colour scheme, it helps employers associate your CV and cover letter as both having come from you.

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