How your CV and Cover Letter work together as a team

With most job applications you require a covering letter along with your CV. The covering letter is generally read first, and this is the first impression you get to make – so it needs to count!
While your CV provides a record of your professional history, qualifications, skills and abilities, your covering letter is a chance to make a solid first impression and outline reasons why you are applying for the job.
Some good points to remember when …