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Email template to recruiter / Hiring manager

WOKEN
WOKEN
July 2, 2024

Hi (First Name),

I hope you’re doing well! I believe I would be a very strong fit for the role you posted: ROLE TITLE HERE. Based on my experience as XXXXXXX I know I could add a lot of value!

  • 1-2 sentences about your fit & interest / prior impact / prior achievements / responsibilities that are relevant
  • List the top 3-5 skills they're seeking and write 1 sentence about each to show how you’ve driven impact in those areas before , might look something like this:
    • Regarding [skill/job requirement], I…….. (describe previous experience / impact / achievements)
    • Regarding [skill/job requirement], I…….. (describe previous experience / impact / achievements)
    • Regarding [skill/job requirement], I…….. (describe previous experience / impact / achievements)
    • Regarding [skill/job requirement], I…….. (describe previous experience / impact / achievements)
    • Regarding [skill/job requirement], I…….. (describe previous experience / impact / achievements)
  • Mention any recent things about the company you’ve stayed abreast of ie news/trends/social posts/articles/ wins/developments
  • If you have anything in common or have a mutual connection, could mention that

Are you open to a quick chat this week for me to ask you a few questions about the role, (the team/department, the organizational structure / culture, what else could you ask about) and to introduce myself? I’d love to learn more and share more about my own qualifications.

If so, what days/times work well for you? Happy to make myself available at a convenient time for you.

For reference, please see below for my professional summary and resume.‌I appreciate any time you can offer and look forward to chatting with you!

Note: If you’re open to side gigs / fractional, mention what you’re seeking or open to discussing

Note: You could potentially add something like…If you don’t think this opportunity is a fit for me, I would love still to chat and learn from you to see your thoughts on my direction, and/or if you know anyone else that you think would be applicable to [my areas of interest], would love any introductions or support you can offer.

Best,
Your Name

  • LinkedIn link
  • Portfolio link
  • Professional summary
  • Attach resume
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