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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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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

  • olivia.davies@gmail.com
  • 05911 135476 38
  • Queens Road, London, NW14 9EG

Contact Person’s Name
274 Cotham Road
Bristol
BS6 6SJ
(0117) 1234-567
contact.person@gmail.com

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]

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