Chris Smith
123 Any Street • City, ST 12345 • (555) 555-5555 • csmith@email.com

June 1, 200–

Pat Cummings
Human Resource Director
Any Bank
456 Any Street
City, ST 12345
FAX (555) 555-5557

Dear Ms. Cummings:

Kelly Monroe, of First Avenue Bank, informed me that Any Bank might be expanding its professional staff. Kelly once worked for me and can attest to my past performance and potential for future success. Based on my comprehensive experience in the field of finance, all detailed in the attached resume, I can offer your bank a broad range of management and technical skills.

To date, I have played a key role in the trust banking industry, in positions ranging from tax officer to my current position as chief trust officer. Because of my ability to adapt strategies to changing conditions, I was able to apply innovative approaches that increased productivity, accuracy, and profits. This substantially improved our customer service, corporate visibility and image, and customer base.

I am confident I could contribute my expertise to the continued success of Any Bank and would welcome the chance to discuss career opportunities. My desire to relocate to the New York City area is strong, as is my willingness to travel, solicit new business, and become an accomplishment-driven professional on the Any Bank team. Please, let's begin our discussions over the phone and, should you judge appropriate, follow with in-person meetings. A trip to New York would be easy to arrange, whenever is convenient for you. In advance, thank you for your time and consideration.

Sincerely,

Chris Smith