Emails & colleaguesAdaptable correspondence

Job application email

Turn a blank page into a clear message.

Introduce yourself for a specific vacancy with relevant evidence.

RoutineOrganisationStarter draft

Who it goes to: Hiring manager or recruitment team

Where it applies: Adaptable correspondence · choose words for your situation

Build this
01 · What is this?

Introduce yourself for a specific vacancy with relevant evidence.

02 · When is it useful?

Use when this task matches your situation and place.

03 · Start here

Read the vacancy and tailor your examples.

Gather your pieces

  1. Read the vacancy and tailor your examples.
  2. Attach only the materials you actually mention.

Your starting text

Replace each [bracketed label] with your own verified details. Open the editor to make it yours, then read it through before sending.

Subject: Application for [Role] — [Your name]

Dear [Recipient],

I am writing to apply for the [Role] position at [Organisation]. The opportunity interests me because [Why this role]. My relevant experience and achievements are: [Relevant facts or message].

I would welcome the chance to contribute these skills to your team. I have attached my résumé and [Other attachments] for your consideration. These materials provide further details about my work and the responsibilities I have handled.

[Your request or next step]. Please let me know if you need any additional information or work samples. Thank you for taking the time to review my application; I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss how my experience fits the role.

Kind regards,
[Your name]
[Date]

Your next moves

  1. Check the recipient and attachments.
  2. Save the job listing and sent copy.

Real-world check

Original starter draft. Replace the placeholders and make the wording your own before sending.

Sources & official links

Original starter written by this library. Check any rules that apply before using it.