Swiss cover letter 2026: templates and generator

How to write a Swiss cover letter

A Swiss cover letter follows a precise structure: header with your contact details on the left, recipient details on the right, place and date, clear subject line ("Application for [title] - Ref. [posting number]"), salutation ("Dear Sir or Madam" or with name if known), three to four paragraphs, and a closing formula. The first paragraph states your precise interest in the role and company, the second details your value against the requirements, the third projects your future contribution, and the last proposes an interview. CV Builder automates this structure and generates the letter in seconds.

Swiss specifics to respect

• Single A4 page, 20-25mm margins
• No photo (already on the CV)
• Formal tone, avoid informal language
• Neutral font (Calibri, Arial, Georgia) size 11-12
• Closing: "Yours sincerely / Yours faithfully"
• Scanned handwritten signature (optional but appreciated)
• Left alignment, not justified (avoids ugly gaps)
• Mandatory personalisation per application (company, role, specific project)

Paragraph examples that work in Switzerland

Opening: "Your advertisement for the [title] position published on [date] on [platform] caught my attention. A graduate of [training] with [X] years of experience in [field], I would be delighted to contribute at [company name]." Value: "My experience at [previous employer] allowed me to [quantified achievement]. I master [key skill 1], [key skill 2] and I am at ease in a [multilingual/fast/demanding] environment." Projection: "Joining [company], I would contribute to [goal aligned with the ad]." Closing: "I remain available for an interview and look forward to hearing from you. Yours sincerely."