Sample cover letter for Full Time position at Barclays

As a proven self-starter with the ability to solve complex financial problems, I would like to be considered for the position ofFinancial Analystat ________. I recently graduated from the Imperial College Business School London with a Masters in Risk Management and Financial Engineering and possess a great energy and knowledge to contribute to your bottom line. I strongly rely upon my credentials as a Bachelors degree holder in Automotive Engineering to propose myself as a well suited candidate for this position.

A demanding course load, challenging internships, and a variety of work experiences have prepared me for the rigors of an entry-level Financial Analyst's position at _________. My technical and business background is balanced by co-curricular achievements in debates and declamations and soft skills like vocal music, creating the ability to grasp business and technology needs as well as the skills to think past the obvious aspects of a situation. I have an intense interest in pursuing and overcoming difficult challenges, I work hard, and I have the drive to make a difference.

With a desire to be a highly motivated professional, I have acquired several experiences of working as an intern in reputed National and International Firms and can assert to be capable of multi-tasking, meeting deadlines, and working well under pressure. I have a reputation for dedication and quality performance, and I am willing to give any assignment whatever it takes to bring it to a timely and accurate completion.
Some of my key attributes that make me a strong candidate for a position with your company include:

✔ Well-versed in reviewing and analyzing financial data✔ Adept at making competitive analysis reports for comparative market purposes✔ Demonstrated ability to take initiative for process improvement✔ Strong skills in Mat Lab, CES Software, C++, MS Office and others✔Substantial experiences in research, quality control, production and taxation.

I would appreciate discussing this exciting opportunity, and I have included a high-level summary of my qualifications for this role along with my resume for your consideration.I also want to say that I am familiar with your company and am aware of its excellent reputation in the market place. I am impressed with the analysis procedures that your company follows as I find them innovative and highly workable in this extremely competitive business world.

I would like to end this letter with a quote by one of the most inspiring visionaries Sir Richard Branson, who believes, ‘A company’s employees are its greatest asset and your people are your product.’

I assure you that if given an opportunity I will prove my worth as a valuable asset to the company.