An established multinational service company is looking for suitable candidates for Administrative Assistant to the CEO. The person must be able to speak German and have over 8 years of experience as an administrative assistant, a minimum of two years to an executive level manager. First, lets analyze the job and decide on the first sentence. We decided that the experience and skills gained working with a high level executive was what the employer was looking for. (All other applicants will have the ability to speak German) We open with:
In the last 12 years as an administrative assistant, 5 of which serving the CFO of a large company, I have developed the skills that ensure the highest level of competence, time management and confidentiality.
Next, we look at what skills the employers' needs in the job. We identified that they are looking for 4 key skills. They are, the ability to speak German, computer and office skills, meeting and event planning, and time management skills.
We will highlight these:
- Fluent in German and French.
- Proficient in computer and office skills.
- Extensive meeting and event planning experience.
- Exceptional time management skills.
To prove the point that she is fluent in German, this letter will be written both in English and German.
Dear Ms. Hilman:
In the last 12 years as an administrative assistant, 5 of which serving the CFO of a large company, I have developed the skills that ensure the highest level of competence, time management and confidentiality.
Allow me to highlight my strengths:
- Fluent in German and French.
- Proficient in computer and office skills.
- Extensive meeting and event planning experience.
- Exceptional time management skills.
Most importantly, I quickly learn your preferences, your goals and objectives, and I'll do my very best to aid you in the leadership of the company. I would appreciate the opportunity to present in greater detail the contributions I would make as your Administrative Assistant. I can be reached at (999) 888-90000.
I thank you in advance for your consideration.
Sincerely,