Dear Mr. Smith

Re: (insert job title, reference number)

In response to the advertised position on monster.co.uk on (insert date), please consider my CV in your search for a (insert position). This is an ideal job for me given my enthusiasm for ______, my related experience and qualifications.

_______ and _______ have always been important to me, which is why I chose to (insert related work experience or relevant qualification). I obtained a (insert grade) in ______ in (insert year) and have been (insert what you have been doing since then if relevant). I am a confident user of (insert appropriate name of software, e.g. Word) and have worked extensively with (insert another package that you have worked with or skill that is required for the position you are applying).

As you can see from my CV, I've taken the opportunity to gain extra qualifications (insert relevant qualification or skill), which has helped me in my previous position(s) as a ______. I'm responsible for (insert responsibility that you would like to highlight for the position and expand on it). I've also (insert another skill/requirement that you have done in the past that is required in the position you are applying for).

I am available for an interview at your convenience and look forward to hearing from you.

Yours sincerely,