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Emailing a CV –
template
Following our tips above, here’s an email template
that you can use when sending a short message with
your CV:
Email subject options:
• [Position] application | [Your full name]
• Application for Job [Job ID] | [Your full name]
• [Position] application | [Job ID] | [Your full name]
Dear [Name of hiring manager / Sir/Madam],
I am writing to you to apply for the [position] vacancy
in your company. With a background in [cite relevant
skills or experience specified in the job advert], I
believe that I have the skills necessary to contribute
effectively to your team.

Please see my CV and cover letter attached for your
review. If you need any other additional information,
please let me know.

Thank you for your time. I look forward to discussing
my application in more detail with you.
Kind regards,
[Your full name]
[Mobile number]
[Website or LinkedIn profile link]
Get ready to email your
CV

When you’re applying for a job via email, you want
to make sure that your CV gets read first (and fast!).
Remember to keep your message and attachments
clear and complete when emailing your CV. That
way, you remove any potential barriers for the hiring
manager, instantly boosting the chances of your
application being read and – ultimately – landing
that job interview.
Source: https://za.topcv.com/career-advice/tips-sending-cv-via-email

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