Cover letters have been declared “dead” so many times that they should probably have their own memorial service. Yet they keep showing up in application portals, recruiter requests, and hiring manager preferences — especially in roles where communication, judgement, and stakeholder-handling matter. The more interesting question in 2026 isn’t “Should cover letters exist?” It’s this: …
An example cover letter drafted for a candidate looking for work as a bar person. It suggests skills and experience the employer is likely to value.
This 6-paragraph admin cover letter example provides a response to an advert for an Administrative role. The example is for an Administrator at a Primary School, but this sample covering letter is easily adapted to similar admin positions.
This cover letter example exemplifies an ideal approach for applicants targeting a social work position. It has been written to highlight the essential criteria specified in a real job advert, ensuring that the applicant’s relevant qualifications and experience are aligned with the employer’s expectations.
This cover letter example for a Paralegal position shows how you might apply for a position where you don’t meet the exact requirements.
This 7-paragraph cover letter is a great example of how to respond to an advert for a Legal Secretary position. It explains where the job advert was seen, before identifying the candidate’s experience and how they are suitable for the position.
A 6-paragraph cover letter example for a Solicitor, Attorney, Chartered Legal Executive or other similar legal position.
This cover letter example has been drafted to support an application for a role as a Court of Protection Fee Earner / Solicitor. This role may also suit someone who has previously worked in Private Client, or who may have qualified through the Chartered Institute of Legal Executives (CILEX).
This 5-paragraph store assistant cover letter example is easily adaptable to a range of retail positions. It has been drafted from the position of a school leaver who has no paid work experience, showing how voluntary work can demonstrate a range of transferable skills.
This cover letter example is for a Sales Assistant role. With 4 – 5 paragraphs, it explains why the candidate is seeking another job and outlines their current (minimal) work experience. It is a simple cover letter that could easily be adapted to a very wide range of retail roles.