The reason professional cover letter formatting is important

Posted by Perth Professional Resume Writers on 28 Sep 2025

When it comes to applying for jobs, a well-written resume and cover letter is essential. But, having good content isn’t enough. The structure that you write your letter in is just as important as the content. A badly formatted cover letter can make a bad impression on the hiring manager, while a well-formatted one can make you stand out from your competitors. In this article, we’ll cover the rules and guidelines for formatting your cover letter and explain why it could be beneficial to have an expert such as Perth Professional Resume Writers handle the formatting for you.

First, let’s talk about the basics of formatting your cover letters.

  1. Make sure you use a professional font. Times New Roman, Arial, as well as Calibri are all great choices. Avoid using too extravagant or hard-to-read fonts.
  2. Do use a consistent layout. Make use of the same font, size and format in the letter of cover.
  3. Do include proper spacing. Use single or 1.15 line spacing, and ensure that you leave sufficient white space in between the paragraphs to make the letter easy to read.
  4. Include your contact details near the beginning of the letters. It should include your address, name telephone number, address, and email.
  5. Make sure to personalize your letter. Make use of the name of the hiring manager If you can, and tailor the letter to the particular job and the company you’re applying to.

Let’s get to the essentials of cover letter formatting.

  1. Use a sample. Each cover letter should be unique and customized to the specific position and company you’re applying to.
  2. Limit the letter to one page. Keep your letter short and to the essence.
  3. Don’t go overboard with your formatting. Use a simple, professional layout.
  4. Don’t forget to proofread. Double-check for spelling and grammar mistakes prior to sending the letter.
  5. Make sure to sign the note.

While it’s crucial to be aware of the structure in your resume cover letter it can be time-consuming and overwhelming to do it yourself. This is where a professional resume writing service like Perth Professional Resume Writers comes in. Our team of professionals knows how to structure an effective cover letter that will make you stand out among the crowd. We’ll handle the formatting, so you can focus on the contents that you want to convey in the cover letter.

In addition, our team will help you to tailor your letter of cover to the particular job or company which you’re applying. In addition, we’ll review for spelling and grammar errors, and make sure your letter is clear as well as easy for readers to comprehend.

A well-written cover letter could make all it’s worth in your career search. If you follow the do’s and nots of the format of your cover letter or perhaps hiring a professional like Perth Professional Resume Writers to handle the formatting on your behalf and you’ll be well on your path to creating a cover letter that will help to stand out in the competitors. Don’t hesitate to contact us at 1300 735 398 or use the contact form to contact us if you have any questions.

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