You should spend about 20 minutes on this task. Write at least 150 words. You have seen a job advertised in the newspaper. You want to apply for the job. Write a letter to the manager of the company. In your letter • provide information about yourself • give details of your previous work experience • say why the company should consider you for the job

Dear Sir or Madam, I am writing this letter to apply for the vacancy of assistant manager as advertised in today’s morning edition of the Times of India. Introducing myself, I have completed my schooling from St Ann’s High School. I had secured first rank at state level in 2008’s higher secondary examination. Thereafter, I have completed my Bachelor’s in business administration from prestigious St Xavier’s College, Mumbai. After completing my graduation, I have been working with KPMG as assistant manager for last two years. My job responsibilities include preparing daily MIS reports, analyzing, and advising our clients on mergers and acquisitions and financial planning. I was also part of their recruitment team and sat on the interview as technical member. My curriculum vitae is attached herewith. One of my main strengths is that I am a team player. Also, I have good communication skills which helps in maintaining a great relationship with client. I believe I will be an asset any company I work with. I look forward to hearing from you soon. Yours sincerely, XYZ