Application Job Letter Example
Copy this outline, replace the placeholders, and you will have a ready-to-send cover letter in minutes.
Opening
State the role title, where you saw it, and why you align. Add your suburb to confirm proximity or mention remote availability.
Value pitch
Give one 4–5 sentence story that ties your best metric to the employer’s priorities. Mirror their language from the ad.
Proof bullets
Include two bullets with action + metric + outcome that directly relate to the selection criteria.
Close
Confirm your availability and invite next steps. Thank them and link to your resume or portfolio.
Pair this with the cover letter framework if you want prompts for each sentence.
Sample of a Cover Letter in Action
Here is how I adapt the template for a marketing manager applying to a Brisbane role.
Opening
“I am applying for the Marketing Manager position advertised on Seek. Based in Brisbane, I have led national campaigns with hybrid teams across QLD and NSW.”
Value pitch
“In my current role, I rebuilt the product launch playbook, delivering three launches in six months and lifting lead volume by 28%.”
Proof bullets
- Rolled out a new nurture sequence that improved conversion from 12% to 19%.
- Coordinated 12 vendors across two states with zero missed deadlines.
Close
“I am available this week for a call and can share campaign dashboards on request. Thank you for considering my application.”
How to Keep Every Cover Letter Brief and Specific
Hiring managers tell me they skim for relevance, proof, and a clear ask. Avoid filler.
- Limit yourself to one story and two proof bullets.
- Mirror the employer’s language for tech stacks, markets, and customers.
- Close with a simple CTA like “Available for a 15-minute call this week.”
Before sending, run the letter against the resume playbook to keep your documents aligned.
FAQs
Why use an application job letter example?
A sample of a cover letter shortens drafting time and ensures you hit opening, value pitch, proof, and close without rambling.
How long should the cover letter be?
Keep it to 250–300 words. Anything longer risks repeating your resume and losing attention.
Can I reuse the same letter?
Yes, if you swap the hook, the main metric, and the proof bullets to match each job. Save versions in your job tracker.
Next Steps
Download a cover letter template, customise it with the example above, and send it alongside a refreshed resume.
If you want expert eyes on your draft, request a free resume review and we will include personalised cover letter notes.
