How to Write a Recruiting Job Cover Letter

A recruiting job can be a position within one organization, or it can be a third-party broker filling the employment needs of multiple clients. A recruiter in a company is usually part of the Human Resources Department. Third-party recruiters may be independent, or they may work for a company that specializes in hiring for client companies.

Instructions

1. Reply to an opening for a recruiting job with a cover letter that sells your qualities to the hiring manager. If the hiring manager is not impressed with the cover letter, he may not bother to read your resume.

2. Write your cover letter to make it tell the hiring manager why she should hire you. The first paragraph should explain why you are writing and mention the position you desire to be considered for. Make a connection with the manager through your interest in the company.

3. Convey in the body of the cover letter (1 or 2 paragraphs) why you are qualified to meet the requirements of a recruiting job. Choose 2 or 3 of the most relevant experiences or qualities you possess that meet or exceed the requirements listed in the job description. This may include your ability to develop recruiting strategies, evaluate candidates, negotiate wage rates and manage contract employees.

4. Make the information in the body of the letter accomplishment-oriented, and don't repeat your resume word for word. Relate your experience and how it can benefit the company. Emphasize your ability to work well with people, which is a major requirement for recruiters. Also include your computer skills, especially in word processing.

5. Bring to the attention of the hiring manager your specialized skills if you are applying for a recruiting director position.

6. Conclude the body of the cover letter with a brief summary of your qualifications and relate them to the recruiting job. Leave the manager with a clear picture of the connection between your job skills and the recruiting job requirements.

7. Include your contact information when you write your concluding paragraph. Refer the manager to your enclosed resume. Express your desire to meet and discuss the specifics of what you can bring to the company.

Tips & Warnings

• Some recruiting jobs require an extensive amount of travel. Be sure to read the full job description to determine the scope of travel, if any.