First cover letter written in a decade - please tell me where I'm going right/wrong. Thanks in advance:
Dear *,
RE: RECEPTIONIST/ADMINISTRATOR
I am writing with regards to the above vacancy, which I heard about through my Exam Invigilator role within School. I am very much interested in the role and therefore would like to be considered for the position.
As you will see on my curriculum vitae, I have considerable experience in office work and also working within the school environment. I have excellent computer skills with good knowledge of all Microsoft Office packages. I am a quick learner, who enjoys learning new skills, and possess effective communication skills, both verbal and written. I have experience in a range of duties such as call handling, general administration, mail management and liaison with external agencies. I enjoy working in busy environments and am a self-starter requiring very little supervision. Whilst I enjoy working in an organised manner I can be extremely flexible as circumstances dictate.
My key areas of expertise include:
• Answering and directing phone calls.
• Excellent interpersonal skills, with the ability to stay calm in stressful situations.
• Ability to manage and prioritise workload, both as part of a team and individually.
• Handling and management of cash.
• Maintenance of displays and literature.
• Working with children, parents and teachers as Secretary of the parent teacher association at *** School.
• Processing and distributing incoming and outgoing mail, both paper and electronic.
• Liaison with external agencies.
• Organising and maintaining files.
I hope that this information is sufficient for your present purposes. Should you require any further information, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,