Where should a cover letter have the contact information?

Question

I mean my name, adress, phones, mail etc.

Should it be at the top ?? above the contact information of the company? it seems kinda redudant.

Also, I've heard you should sign your name at the end, so should it also be at the top?

thanks!

Answer 1

Hi, in Britain the standard method (for a business letter) is thus:



Top-right or Top centre:

- Your contact details



Top-left, down a line or two:

- Today's Date



Top-left, just below the Date:

- Recipient's Name & Address



Bottom-left:

- Your signature.

Answer 2

Your name, address, phone number and email should be at the very top. Flush it to the left then if you have the employers information put that next if not go straight into the To (blank) part. The first paragraph should be why you are giving your resume, so what job you are applying for. Second paragraph should be why you should get the job and then the last paragraph should be where you can be reached if they wish to schedule an interview. You should also thank them and tell them you hope to hear from them soon. Finally sincerely, your name. Make sure it is as professional as possible. This means no slang and making sure you check your spelling and grammar. Hope this helps!