A good covering email will make your CV stand out from the countless others that pass across an employer's desk. Here are ten ways to ensure yours makes an impact:

• Address the contact mentioned in the job advert and quote the reference 
• Outline your current job situation and why you want to move on - don’t be negative
• Talk about the company to show you’ve done your research 
• State why you are interested in them as an employer 
• Tell them why they should be interested in you as an employee
• Tailor information to the job and avoid repetition of your CV
• Highlight your transferable skills, achievements and versatility
• Tailor your information but don’t slavishly match the job description
• Make sure it’s neat, brief and has no typos
• End by politely expressing interest in further dialogue

For more advice on securing your next job, please get in touch with your Michael Page consultant.