The job of a recruitment consultant is to help business people who are looking for job applicants to fill available vacancies. After finding the most suitable candidate, the recruitment consultant will send information about the applicant to the company in need for further evaluation. If you want to apply for a job through a hiring consultant, start by writing a job application letter. Read on to learn how to write a good cover letter.
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Part 1 of 2: Getting Ready
Step 1. Determine the job you want
Recruiters usually specialize in a particular line of business or occupation. First determine the right recruitment company before submitting an application. If you can't decide yet, consider the following:
- Your educational background
- Work experience
- Field of work you like
- Decide if you are looking for work because you want to develop a career in a particular field or just want to work for a while. Maybe you prefer a temporary job to a lifelong career.
Step 2. Choose a recruiting consultant according to the job you are good at
Before writing a cover letter, make sure you have chosen a job according to your abilities. For example: if you want to work in sales, write a cover letter to a consultant who helps applicants find jobs in customer service.
Consultants will usually make sure of this when helping applicants find the right job. Read the information or requirements submitted on the website of the consultant or hiring company
Step 3. Attach your bio
Do not send a cover letter without a bio. Prepare a cover letter along with biodata because both complement each other. Start by writing a bio first so that you focus more on remembering work experience as one of the important things that you can describe further in your cover letter.
Learn how to write a bio by reading this wikiHow article so you can prepare a compelling bio
Step 4. Prepare your bio as best you can
The bio contains brief information about your experience and is usually not a description. You can explain more important things in your bio in a cover letter. Read your bio again carefully before writing a cover letter. Mark important things that you want to say or need to be explained further. Thus, the biodata and cover letter will complement each other, instead of informing the same thing.
Step 5. Learn the business letter format
A cover letter is categorized as a formal business letter, whether sent by email or using paper. Learn the standard format for writing a job application letter. Write a cover letter in the following format:
- Type your name, title, and home address at the top of the page.
- Include the date below.
- After that, type in the name, title, and address of the recipient.
- Address the letter to the right person. Start by writing: “Dear Mr _,” or “Dear Mrs _,”
- Give a margin of 2.5 cm from the edge of the paper and give a distance of 1 space between lines. Don't use indents. Skip 1 line every time you start a new paragraph.
- Choose a font that is easy to read, such as Times New Roman or Arial in size 12.
- End the letter by writing: “Sincerely,” then skip 4 lines for your signature. Type your name and title under the signature.
Part 2 of 2: Writing a Job Application Letter
Step 1. Greet the recipient of the letter with the right words
Since the cover letter is an official letter, you must include "Mr" or "Mother" in front of the recipient's name and followed by "Dear". Don't use the word "Hello" to start a formal letter.
If you don't know the gender of the recipient, write "Sincerely," at the beginning of the letter
Step 2. Explain why you are writing the letter
The cover letter should be kept as short as possible. So, don't give greetings that are too long. Use the first paragraph to explain why you are writing the letter. So, state your purpose in the first sentence.
Use the following sentence as an opening sentence: “Through this letter, I am applying for a job in sales and customer service.”
Step 3. Introduce yourself to the recipient of the letter
After writing the first sentence in the first paragraph, provide a brief introduction so the recipient will know who you are, but no more than 2 sentences.
Example of a sentence to introduce yourself: “I am a graduate of _ University Faculty of Management who just graduated on _.”
Step 4. Describe the job you want
The consultant will help you by finding a job according to the application letter and biodata you sent. So, tell in the letter if you choose a particular job or want to be accepted to work at a certain company so that the consultant knows what you want and is ready to help.
Consultants do not necessarily include the name of the company that needs employees in the advertisement. If the consultant tells you the name of the company, explain that you want to work for the company. This shows that you are a serious candidate who is already looking for information related to the job you want
Step 5. Write down your skills and interests
After describing the job you want, indicate why you qualify for the job. List all relevant experiences in a new paragraph and explain that they enabled you to perform well.
- This paragraph is not just a copy of the biodata because the consultant has received it. You must describe some things that have not been conveyed in the bio. For example: your experience working as an internship for one semester is only one line in your bio, but you can explain in a letter that the skills you gain through that experience will be very useful for the job you want.
- Describe an experience that is not listed in the bio. For example: the experience of teaching a neighbor may not be relevant, but you can convey that it fosters a sense of responsibility that is very beneficial while you are working.
Step 6. Write down your job-related skills and interests
Remember that a cover letter is supposed to show the recruiter that you are the most suitable candidate. So don't just list skills. You need to explain why these skills and experience make you a good fit for the job.
- Also list the skills you learned through work experience. For example: if you wanted to work in sales, you might ignore your experience as an inventory clerk at a grocery store, but your experience dealing with customers provides skills in customer service. You can use these skills when interacting with potential clients after you are hired.
- If you've never worked, the activities you did at school are also beneficial. Maybe you have given a presentation in front of the class. This means you have experience speaking in front of an audience. Another useful experience at work is the ability to meet deadlines, complete multiple tasks at once, and work under pressure.
Step 7. Convey enthusiasm in the conclusion
After describing relevant experiences, start writing conclusions. Use this paragraph to emphasize your work preferences and emphasize that you are a qualified candidate. Don't forget to thank the recipient of the letter for considering your application.
Example of a closing sentence: “According to the qualifications I stated in my bio, I am the right candidate to work in sales and marketing. I await further news and hope to get an interview opportunity. Thank you for your time and attention.”
Step 8. Check your mail
Don't send mail until it's checked first. Typing or grammatical errors can make you seem unprofessional and hurt yourself. Reread your letter at least 2 times before sending. If necessary, have someone else read it because people who don't write letters tend to see mistakes more easily.
Step 9. Submit your bio with your cover letter
Don't forget to attach your bio when you send your cover letter. If you don't submit your bio, it's more likely that the recruiter won't respond to your letter or won't be able to pinpoint the right job for you.
