Whether you’re a fresh college graduate or looking for a new job, getting an application to stand out is never easy. What’s more is you won’t be the only applicant submitting a resume. The average corporate job gets about 250 applications and among these people, only four to five are called for an interview. So the question is “What can you ethically do to stand out from the other applicants?”

In addition to a resume and portfolio that stand out, experts recommend sending an email message to hiring managers to help you stand out from the rest of the applicants. This type of message can get your CV in noticed by the right person.

Don’t know where to start? No worries! I’ve written 15 real email messages you can send to hiring managers to start building a relationship. When you’re ready, scroll down and let’s get started.

The interview process is mostly conducted online.

Messages to Hiring Managers Expressing Interest in Role

Dear [hiring manager’s name],

I recently applied for the position of Human Resources Assistant that your company ABC advertised in Work Page last week. Having worked in the HR department for almost 3 years, I believe that I have gained the experience necessary to meet your needs, especially regarding wage and benefits issues.

Please find attached my resume for ease of reference. Are you available for a short 15- to 20-minute phone call within the next three weeks? I would like to speak with you about the position, if possible.

Thank you,

[Your name]

 

Hi [hiring manager’s name],

I’m [Your name] and I am so excited about the position of Social Media Specialist that XYZ Company has posted in Indeed last week. In fact, I immediately submitted my resume and my portfolio when I saw the job opening. I would love to be able to work for your company since I believe my skills [skill 1] and [skill 2] are perfect for this position.

I have again attached my resume and portfolio for your reference. Could I have the chance to call you for a 15-minute talk about this job? I would be very happy to be granted this opportunity.

Best wishes,

[Your name]

 

Hello [hiring manager’s name],

My name is [your name] and I am very much interested in the Planning Manager job opening that ABC company just recently posted. Having worked as Planning Head for almost 6 years, I trust that I can be a great fit in this job, not to mention that I specialize in materials optimization and cost efficiency systems.

I have attached my resume for your reference. May I request a 15-to-20-minute phone call with you in the next two weeks to discuss this work further, if I am not asking too much?

Sincerely,

[Your name]

 

Dear [hiring manager’s name],

I found out that XYZ company has a job opening for a QA Specialist through Mr. RRR, your teammate who’s my next-door neighbor. I am now employed with P&P Company for 4 years as QA Specialist. In this span of time, I can proudly say that I have accomplished numerous projects for P&P Company, like their annual ISO accreditation, minimizing product recalls, and ensuring food safety.

I am very much interested to join your team. Attached is my resume which you can review. May I also request 15 minutes of your time so I can call you and discuss this work?

Thank you,

[Your name]

 

Hello [hiring manager’s name],

I am [your name], an Industrial Engineer with 6 years of work experience in PJ Company, who is very much interested in the Assembly Line Manager position you have just recently advertised. With my expertise in Time & Motion studies and the improvement of manufacturing standards, I believe that I can truly be an asset to your company.

I have attached my resume for your review. If I am not asking too much, may I call you for around 15 minutes in the next two weeks to discuss this job opportunity? Thank you for considering my request.

Respectfully,

[Your name}

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Hi [hiring manager’s name],

I saw in Indeed that your company, ABC Industries, needs a Production Manager. Knowing that ABC.com’s vision is to [state vision], I believe that I can enthusiastically work with you since we have the same objective. I have submitted my resume together with a cover letter stating my interest to join your company.

Please find attached my resume for ease of your review. I would also like to ask if we can have a 15-minute or so phone call in the next two weeks to discuss this work opening?

Thank you,

[Your name]

 

Hi [hiring manager’s name],

I am [your name], a Mechanical Engineer who is very much interested to work as a Production Supervisor in ABC Company. My experience as a Production Supervisor for 5 years in P&P Company which is also a manufacturing company like ABC, makes me confident that I can handle the job at ABC well. I specialize in food safety programs and budget management.

I have again attached my resume for ease of your review. Would you have a few minutes to tell me more about what you are looking for? I can gladly call you up for this.

Sincerely,

[Your name]

 

Dear [hiring manager’s name],

My name is [your name] and I found out of your job opening for Materials Buyer through my current boss, Mr. VVV of WWW Company, who I was told is a good friend of your CEO. I want to apply for said position. I have been connected with WWW Company for 3 years as a Materials Buyer, and I can proudly say that I have generated around US [amount] of savings for the cheaper materials I have purchased for WWW Company.

Attached is my resume for your reference. May I talk to you through the phone to know more about this job opportunity? A 15- or 20-minute call will do.

Thank you,

[Your name]

Increase your chances of landing a job position by sending an email message to the hiring manager.

Sample Message to Hiring Manager before Applying

Hi [hiring manager’s name],

Hope all is well with you. I’m [your name] and I would like to apply for the position of Finance Analyst which you have posted last week in Jobstreet. I am currently connected with Glass Manufacturing, a company like yours. Noting that we have the same vision, and with my familiarity with the financial structure in this kind of business, I believe that I will be an asset to your organization.

I am looking forward to learning more about this job opening. Would I be able to take a few minutes of your time to talk more, through the phone, about this job opportunity?

Respectfully,

[Your name}

 

Dear [hiring manager’s name],

My name’s [your name] and I’m currently a graduating student of LMN University. I got the chance to be an intern at your Production Department in the first quarter of this year. I learned a lot from this experience so when I saw the post about a Production Assistant job opening in your company, I became very eager to get the position. Though I’m quite sure that I meet the requirements for this job position, can we connect through Zoom or could I give you a call to learn more about this work? I really am so interested to work at LMN.

Thank you,

[Your name]

 

Hello [hiring manager’s name],