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Sample Closing Paragraphs for Cover Letters: 25 Closing Paragraph Templates, With Closing Paragraph Samples

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by Katharine Hansen, Ph.D.

 

What's the best way to end a cover letter? The closing paragraph of your cover letter should accomplish at least two goals:

• Thanking the hiring decision-maker for considering you.
• Suggesting an interview and proactively indicating that you plan to follow up your letter (and when you say you plan to follow up the letter, you need to do so) to schedule the interview.

 

Here we present our collection of job-seeker cover letter closing paragraph templates and accompanying samples.

 

25 Customizable Closing Paragraphs: Templates and Samples

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #1:
With the qualifications I've described in this letter and on my resume, I am confident I am a perfect match for a [title of position] position within your company. I am most eager to implement my experience and contribute to your organization. I am convinced it would be worthwhile for us to meet. I will contact you soon to schedule an interview. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at [phone number]. Thank you for considering me.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

With the qualifications I've described in this letter and on my resume, I am confident I am a perfect match for a sales rep position within your company. I am most eager to implement my experience and contribute to your organization. I am convinced it would be worthwhile for us to meet. I will contact you soon to schedule an interview. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at 555-555-5555. Thank you for considering me.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #2:
I will contact you in the near future so we can discuss how I can serve your company in [carrying out a function that will benefit the employer's profitability, efficiency, or productivity]. In the meantime, please feel free to contact me at [phone number]. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I will contact you in the near future so we can discuss how I can serve your company in increasing sales and market share. In the meantime, please feel free to contact me at 555-555-5555. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #3:
I am convinced that I am just the person you need to [carrying out a function that will benefit the employer's profitability, efficiency, or productivity] in your global organization. I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to [name of company] as I've done for my previous employers. I'll contact you soon to arrange a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that I am just the person you need to increase the quality of service at the point of sale of brand, top-tier luxury goods in your global organization. I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to [name of company] as I've done for my previous employers. I'll contact you soon to arrange a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #4:
I'm intelligent, and any of my references and previous employers can tell you that I am a hard worker. I hope you'll give me a chance to show you how I can [carrying out a function that will benefit the employer's profitability, efficiency, or productivity]. Shall we meet soon so you can learn more about my skills? I'll call you next week to make an appointment.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I'm intelligent, and any of my references and previous employers can tell you that I am a hard worker. I hope you'll give me a chance to show you how I can enhance your new operation. Shall we meet soon so you can learn more about my skills? I'll call you next week to make an appointment.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #5:
I am convinced that I am particularly well suited to meet the challenges of this position and to provide top performance in [job function]. At your convenience, I would like to arrange a time for a personal interview, and I will call you soon to set up such a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that I am particularly well suited to meet the challenges of this position and to provide top performance in retail management. At your convenience, I would like to arrange a time for a personal interview, and I will call you soon to set up such a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #6:
Within a short time of your receiving this letter, I'll contact you personally to arrange a face-to-face meeting. I am looking forward to working with you, learning your firm's style, and bringing some of mine to [name of firm], as well. I would also like to share with you details of the [type of relevant projects] projects I've seen through to successful and profitable completion.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

Within a short time of your receiving this letter, I'll contact you personally to arrange a face-to-face meeting. I am looking forward to working with you, learning your firm's style, and bringing some of mine to [name of firm], as well. I would also like to share with you details of the numerous development projects I've seen through to successful and profitable completion.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #7:
I am certain my joining [name of employer] team would be mutually beneficial, yet I feel a few pages can convey only a limited sense of my qualifications. I will contact you a week after the deadline to discuss the possibility of arranging a meeting to further discuss my credentials. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me at [e-mail address] or [phone number]. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am certain my joining the Sierra Club team would be mutually beneficial, yet I feel a few pages can convey only a limited sense of my qualifications. I will contact you a week after the deadline to discuss the possibility of arranging a meeting to further discuss my credentials. In the meantime, please do not hesitate to contact me at earthfriendly@green.com or 555-555-5555. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #8:
My education, credentials, experience, and enthusiasm for doing quality work [characterization of work setting] would be a positive addition to your [type of organization]. I look forward to the opportunity to further discuss the possibility of working for your organization. I would like to contact you soon to schedule a meeting; feel free also to contact me.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

My education, credentials, experience, and enthusiasm for doing quality work as a member of the team would be a positive addition to your practice. I look forward to the opportunity to further discuss the possibility of working for your organization. I would like to contact you soon to schedule a meeting; feel free also to contact me.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #9:
I am convinced that we should meet to discuss how I might contribute to [carrying out a function that will benefit the employer's profitability, efficiency, or productivity]. I'd like to phone you during the week of [date] to arrange such a meeting. You may also contact me at [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that we should meet to discuss how I might contribute to the team's visibility and box-office success. I'd like to phone you during the week of Oct. 23 to arrange such a meeting. You may also contact me at 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #10:
I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to [name of company] as I've done for my previous employers. I am also eager to share my [evidence of performance], which demonstrates extensive experience in [activities relevant to the targeted job]. I'll contact you in the near future to arrange a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to [name of company] as I've done for my previous employers. I am also eager to share my marketing portfolio, which demonstrates extensive experience in marketing collateral design and fulfillment and exhibitions, in addition to public relations. I'll contact you in the near future to arrange a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #11:
I am convinced that I am just the person you need to help [carry out a function that will benefit the employer's profitability, efficiency, or productivity]. I'd like to discuss adding value to [name of employer] as I've done for my previous employers. I will contact you soon to arrange a preliminary phone interview. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that I am just the person you need to help uphold Nike's brand image. I'd like to discuss adding value to Nike as I've done for my previous employers. I will contact you soon to arrange a preliminary phone interview. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #12:
I am convinced that it would be constructive for us to meet. I would like to be considered for the [name of position] position; I'm confident that my qualifications and your needs are a perfect fit. I'll check in with you soon. You may also wish to reach me. During business hours, you can reach me at [phone number], or leave a message on my home voicemail at [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that it would be constructive for us to meet. I would like to be considered for the communications director position; I'm confident that my qualifications and your needs are a perfect fit. I'll check in with you soon. You may also wish to reach me. During business hours, you can reach me at 555-555-5555, or leave a message on my home voicemail at 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #13:
I am confident that I can help [name of employer] [carry out activities that benefit the employer]. I would like to request an interview to more fully demonstrate the fit between my background and the goals of [name of employer]. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at [phone number]. I appreciate your consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am confident that I can help The Pacific Institute for Women's Health develop effective programs to meet the needs of women and girls in Africa. I would like to request an interview to more fully demonstrate the fit between my background and the goals of The Pacific Institute for Women's Health. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at 555-555-5555. I appreciate your consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #14:
I am confident that I can contribute significantly to delivering [profitability, efficiency, or productivity] as part of the [name of targeted job funciton] function. I will contact you soon to set up an appointment to meet and discuss how my background would best fit your needs. If you have any questions in the meantime, please e-mail me. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am confident that I can contribute significantly to delivering increasing business productivity as part of the Human Resources function. I will contact you soon to set up an appointment to meet and discuss how my background would best fit your needs. If you have any questions in the meantime, please e-mail me. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #15:
I know I can be a key player on your team, and I would like the chance to prove that to you in an interview scheduled at your convenience. I would also like to share with you [evidence of performance]. I am looking forward to meeting with you and bringing my talents to your [type of organization].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I know I can be a key player on your team, and I would like the chance to prove that to you in an interview scheduled at your convenience. I would also like to share with you my portfolio, in which all my new work is digital. I am looking forward to meeting with you and bringing my talents to your agency.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #16:
I look forward to discussing how I can assist with [one or more of the employer's needs], and I will contact you soon to arrange an interview appointment. Please also feel free to contact me in meantime using the information above. Thank you for your consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I look forward to discussing how I can assist with your team's projects, and I will contact you soon to arrange an interview appointment. Please also feel free to contact me in meantime using the information above. Thank you for your consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #17:
I am convinced that I am particularly well suited to meet the challenges of this position and to provide top performance in [field of targeted job]. At your convenience, I would like to arrange a time for a personal interview, and I will call you soon to set up such a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that I am particularly well suited to meet the challenges of this position and to provide top performance in retail management. At your convenience, I would like to arrange a time for a personal interview, and I will call you soon to set up such a meeting. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #18:
I would like to request an interview to more fully demonstrate the fit between my talents and the achievement of the goals of [name of employer]. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at [phone number]. I appreciate your consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I would like to request an interview to more fully demonstrate the fit between my talents and the achievement of the goals of The Donor's Forum. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at 555-555-5555. I appreciate your consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #19:
I have made a career commitment to the [name of industry] industry. I am motivated to learn more, while striving for excellence and personal growth. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss a future with [name of employer], and am including my resume for your consideration. I will follow up with a phone call within the next few days.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I have made a career commitment to the financial industry. I am motivated to learn more, while striving for excellence and personal growth. I would appreciate the opportunity to discuss a future with American Express, and am including my resume for your consideration. I will follow up with a phone call within the next few days.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #20:
I know you won't regret giving me an opportunity to show you what I can do. I am very interested in working in [type of setting] setting, and I am confident that you will be delighted with my performance. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at [phine number]. Thank you for considering my qualifications.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I know you won't regret giving me an opportunity to show you what I can do. I am very interested in working in an academic setting, and I am confident that you will be delighted with my performance. I will contact you soon to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to speak to me in the meantime, you may reach me at 555-555-5555. Thank you for considering my qualifications.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #21:
With the skills I've described, I am confident I am a perfect match for a [name of position] position within your company. I am most eager to implement my experience and contribute to your organization. I am convinced it would be worthwhile for us to meet. I will call you soon to schedule an interview. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at [phone number].

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

With the skills I've described, I am confident I am a perfect match for a Customer Service Representative position within your company. I am most eager to implement my experience and contribute to your organization. I am convinced it would be worthwhile for us to meet. I will call you soon to schedule an interview. If you have any questions, feel free to call me at 555-555-5555.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #22:
There's a great deal more I'd like to tell you about my [type of experience] experience. I would be pleased to discuss my qualifications and learn more about the opportunities available through a personal interview. I will contact you in the near future to explore the possibility of an interview. Please feel free to give me a call at [phone number] or e-mail me at [e-mail address]. I look forward to meeting with you. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

There's a great deal more I'd like to tell you about my research experience. I would be pleased to discuss my qualifications and learn more about the opportunities available through a personal interview. I will contact you in the near future to explore the possibility of an interview. Please feel free to give me a call at 555-555-5555 or e-mail me at suzyq230u23u@yahoo.com. I look forward to meeting with you. Thank you for your time and consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #23:
I would very much like to share with you my enthusiasm for [field of targeted job] and the contribution I know I can make for your [type of organization]. Should you have any questions, you may reach me at [phone number]. I look forward to learning of your selection decision.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I would very much like to share with you my enthusiasm for wildlife biology and the contribution I know I can make for your agency. Should you have any questions, you may reach me at 555-555-5555. I look forward to learning of your selection decision.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #24:
I welcome the opportunity to join a top-flight team concerned with [issues the employer's team is likely to be concerned with]. I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to [name of employer] as I've done for my previous employers. I am available to travel to your location, but during the interim, I will contact your office to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call [phone number]. Thank you for your consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I welcome the opportunity to join a top-flight team concerned with productivity, quality customer service, and managed growth patterns. I'd like to meet with you to discuss adding value to Econometrics as I've done for my previous employers. I am available to travel to your location, but during the interim, I will contact your office to arrange an appointment. Should you wish to reach me before then, please call 555-555-5555. Thank you for your consideration.

 

Customizable Closing Paragraph #25:
I am convinced that it would be mutually beneficial for us to meet. I will contact you in the near future to arrange an interview. I am eager to share design samples from my portfolio with you, and I encourage you to visit my Web site to see samples of my work: [Web address]. Should you have any questions before my call, please don't hesitate to contact me at [phone number] or via e-mail at [e-mail address]. Thanks so much for your consideration.

 

Sample customized paragraph based on above:

I am convinced that it would be mutually beneficial for us to meet. I will contact you in the near future to arrange an interview. I am eager to share design samples from my portfolio with you, and I encourage you to visit my Web site to see samples of my work: http://tinyurl.com/25dg36m. Should you have any questions before my call, please don't hesitate to contact me at 555-555-5555 or via e-mail at designergal134435@yahoo.com. Thanks so much for your consideration.

 

 

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Questions about some of the terminology used in this article? Get more information (definitions and links) on key college, career, and job-search terms by going to our Job-Seeker's Glossary of Job-Hunting Terms.

 

Katharine Hansen, Ph.D., creative director and associate publisher of Quintessential Careers, is an educator, author, and blogger who provides content for Quintessential Careers, edits QuintZine, an electronic newsletter for jobseekers, and blogs about storytelling in the job search at A Storied Career. Katharine, who earned her PhD in organizational behavior from Union Institute & University, Cincinnati, OH, is author of Dynamic Cover Letters for New Graduates and A Foot in the Door: Networking Your Way into the Hidden Job Market (both published by Ten Speed Press), as well as Top Notch Executive Resumes (Career Press); and with Randall S. Hansen, Ph.D., Dynamic Cover Letters, Write Your Way to a Higher GPA (Ten Speed), and The Complete Idiot's Guide to Study Skills (Alpha). Visit her personal Website or reach her by e-mail at kathy(at)quintcareers.com.

 

 

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