How to Write a Cover Letter Closing

Before we dive into some examples, let’s go over the essential information that should be featured in your cover letter closing.

What should go into a cover letter closing

A cover letter conclusion is strongest when it includes:

To incorporate these points, take a look at your cover letter body and your resume and jot down some notes. Make a list of strengths that you want to call attention to and highlight those in your closer.

For the best chance of catching the hiring manager’s attention, look over the job listing and try to close your cover letter with a qualification that aligns with what the hiring department is looking for. Your most relevant professional skills are a great note to end on as you conclude your letter.

Common advice on how to write a cover letter closing suggests that you should end on a “call to action.” This invites the reader to reach out and leaves the door open for an interview. A call to action makes for a great cover letter conclusion as long as you get the tone right. Balance is key. You should be confident but not overbearing.

Persuasive cover letter closing examples

Do:

This example is polite, professional and reiterates the candidate’s relevant skills in a way that emphasizes his potential contributions. Now, let’s look at an example of a closing that doesn’t leave a good impression.

Don’t:

This example commits a few faux pas. The first is that it doesn’t revisit any of the candidate’s skills or competencies. Instead of focusing on his ability to contribute, this candidate describes his accomplishments in a way that feels self-aggrandizing. He also implies that he has already been hired. This comes off as arrogant rather than confident. Furthermore, “cheers” is not an appropriate signoff for a cover letter.

This stands out as both rude and unhelpful, especially when placed in contrast with the first example which includes numbers that demonstrate the value that the candidate brings to the role and suggests a future discussion as a subtle and appropriate call to action.

Now that your closing paragraph is finished, it’s time to sign your cover letter and send it off to your future employer. This last step is easy, but still vital to making the right impression.

Your cover letter signature should be respectful and appropriately formal, without sounding too stiff or Victorian. Here are some timeless choices and some cover letter closers to avoid.

While some of these closers are downright silly, it’s important to keep in mind that casual signatures like “thanks” and “cheers” are not appropriate for this type of document.