What do I say in the email when I'm sending my resume to and employer?

I'm just drawing a blank so your help is appreciated!
What do I say in the email when I'm sending my resume to and employer?
How about something like......








Dear Mr Smith,





Reference: 7756/A/64-Cabbage Mechanic





I am writing with regard to the above position that is currently advertised in the vacancies section of your website (or wherever).





I believe that my skills and experience ideally match the job description and I have spent many years as a Cabbage mechanic in a variety of locations worldwide.





or something like





I have always had a keen interest in this area of employment and have spent the past 2 years as vice president of the University Cabbage Mechanic club, where I was required to, blah, blah...





(use the opening paragraph to explain how your skills/experience would be ideally suited to the position that you are applying for)





As such, I would very much like to apply for this position; I am available for interview at any time and my current notice period is 28 days.





As requested, please find attached a copy of my CV/Resume.





I look forward to hearing from you in due course.





Yours sincerely








John D Doe MSc
Reply:Address the email to a specific person, not to whom it may concern.





If you're responding to a specific opening then comment on that opening and mention something about your experience that makes you a good candidate for it.





If its a general thing then make some specific observation about how great the company is and how much you'd like to work for them.
Reply:If you are also attaching a cover letter, then the email can be short and sweet, referencing the specific position you are applying for and thanking them for taking the time to review your qualifications. If you are not including an attached cover letter, go into more detail of your qualifications - experience, education, and how it relates to the position/their company.





Always include your contact info (phone #, email address) in the email.





As a former recruiter, LESS is MORE. Busy recruiters get dozens (if not hundreds) of resumes a day and they want to see bullet points, not long drawn out nonsense. Good luck!