How to End a Cover Letter as a Tech Professional

While few job applications nowadays require a cover letter, understanding how to end a cover letter is still a valuable skill to have. Like your résumé or LinkedIn page, your cover letter acts as a first impression. As such, a great cover letter can make a lasting impression and help you land your dream job. The purpose of a cover letter is simple: you want to sell yourself in a way that is honest yet catered to the interests and needs of the hiring manager. 

The closing of your cover letter is arguably just as important as the body. Below, we outline what to include in your closing, along with some examples. 

Writing a Killer Closing

Throughout your cover letter, you should be touting your features (hard skills) and your benefits (soft skills). So, by the time you get to the closing, you need to make sure to sum up your strengths and experiences to emphasize how you are a good fit. Connect your assets to the specific role for which you are applying and remind the employer of the strengths you can bring to the job. Then, most importantly, thank them for their time and consideration, and include an action item. 

Once you have written your killer conclusion, the process does not end there. Go back and review and proofread the entire letter. Some common pitfalls of a bad cover letter are a lack of focus, desperation, poor structure, bad grammar, and misspelt words, so you do not want to miss this step! Reading the letter aloud can also help you avoid these mistakes. Above all, pay close attention to detail and be confident, polite, and professional.  

Examples of Closings

Software Developer

“I strongly believe my experience in React, JavaScript, and Python over the past seven years can contribute to ABC’s success. I would love the opportunity to discuss this developer position further in the coming weeks. Thank you for your consideration.”

Project Manager

“I am eager to apply my extensive experience in project management to this opportunity to ensure its success. Thank you for your consideration, and I look forward to speaking with you about my experience over the past decade.”

SAP Consultant

“My experience leading the implementation of SAP S/4HANA, SAP Fiori, and RISE with SAP over the past six years can help contribute to the success of ABC Agency. I’d love to discuss this opportunity and my SAP experience with you at [phone number and/or email address]. Thank you for your consideration.”

How to End a Cover Letter like a Pro

Ending a cover letter as a tech professional really boils down to remembering these three can’t-miss factors: be confident and polite, summarize and connect your skills to the specific role, and express gratitude. As long as you check these three boxes, you are headed in the right direction. The closing of your cover letter is your chance to seal the deal, so remember to be your authentic self while keeping these tips in mind.  

For any additional questions related to cover letters, contact our team of expert recruiters at BCTG today.