Department of Anywhere

[Name]

[Address]

[Postcode]

Jo Bloggs

HR Assistant

Department of Anywhere

Cambridge

Postcode

Dear MsBloggs,

Responding to the position of ‘PA to the Directoras recently advertised on the University of Cambridge website, I am pleased to submit my application for your consideration.

This position provides an existing opportunity for me to join the Anywhere Department in a role to which I can bring my excellent administration, PA and organisational skills as outlined in my accompanying CV.

I am a highly motivated and results driven professional with excellent attention to detail. This role is of particular interest to me as it combines key areas of my expertise. I have extensive experience in providing administrative support to senior staff, as well as organising and taking minutes at a wide range of internal, senior scientific and higher education meetings. I also have excellent organisational, project management and communication skills, and excel in leading and organising key events, arranging meetings, diary management and executing travel plans.

I have excellent written and verbal communication skills and experience of interacting with a broad spectrum of individuals including academics, students, fundraisers and corporate organisations. I am able to use tact, discretion and adapt my communication styles to build strong relationships with these and other stakeholders.

I am greatly committed to the ethos and values of continuing education. Having worked at the University of Cambridge for over two years I have first-hand experience of the Higher Education environment. I have attended HE conferences which have discussed emerging trends across the sector, and attended talks from the Vice-Chancellor on the political, economic and social factors that impact the University and higher education sector at large.

I believe that my expertise and professional experience make me an ideal candidate for the role. I would greatly appreciate the opportunity to discuss my application further. Thank you for your time and consideration, I look forward to hearing from you.

Sincerely

[Name]