How To Make Contact With A Company About A Job

First Contact To A Hiring Manager (Template #1)

Dear Jack,

It has come to my attention that you are searching for a Tax Director at (XYZ Company). I am interested in learning more about this opportunity to determine if my qualifications are a fit for the (title of tax job) role. My current responsibilities include: (list technical skills you have that match the role’s job description; if you do not have a job description simply highlight your tax expertise).

A copy of my resume is attached for your review. You can also view my Tax Professional Profile online at www.taxconnections.com (give them a link to your TaxConnections Profile Page). You can reach me directly at 858.800.1000 to discuss any questions you may have about my qualifications for this role.

(Important Note: Everyone can send a message to you for free when you are a TaxConnections member.)

All the best,

Your Name
City, State
Email
Phone Number

Second Contact To A Hiring Manager (Template #2)

Dear Jack,

This message is regarding my interest in the (tax job title) role at (XYZ Company). I want to provide you with information that may be helpful in evaluating my qualifications for this role. The reason I am interested in this opportunity is due to (state a good reason).

You are understandably very busy and that is why I wanted to follow up with you once again with my resume for your review. If you have any questions regarding my qualifications for this role, I would be happy to answer them for you. The kindness of a reply regarding my qualifications would be most appreciated.

All the best,

Your Name
City, State
Email
Phone Number

Special Note: If you do not hear from the Hiring Manager then you can start all over again with the Human Resources department. If you do not hear back from anyone after three emails, you can assume… not interested at this time. What often happens is that the first wave of applicants come through from an ad and are often overlooked and forgotten. You want to come in with the first and second waves with a fresh new approach. A very busy executive will appreciate your second follow up.

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