Example of speculative letter

                                                                                                  Glasgow

                                                                                                                                    G12 4IX

                                                                                                                                    14^thJune 2000

Mr K Jones

Personnel Manager

Caledonian International

21 Bridge Street

Cumbernauld

G42 9QX

Dear Mr Jones

I am writing to you regarding any current employment opportunities that Caledonian International may have for a qualified Clerical Assistant.

As you will see from my CV I have considerable experience of working in an office environment.  I also have excellent keyboard skills and am competent in Word for Windows and Lotus 1-2-3.  I am qualified to HND level in Business Administration.

I believe that my skills and experience could be of value to your organisation and would welcome the opportunity to discuss this with you further. 

Thank you for your consideration and I look forward to hearing from you in due course.

Yours sincerely