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IELTS Writing Task 1 Letter - A New Job

General Training IELTS Writing Task 1 Question

IELTS Writing Task 1

You should spend about 20 minutes on this task.

You have recently started work in a new company.

Write a letter to an English-speaking friend. In your letter

  • explain why you changed jobs
  • describe your new job
  • tell him/her your other news

Write at least 150 words.

You do not need to write any addresses.




IELTS writing how to write a letter for Task 1 IELTS General Training Writing Test

  • Start by giving the recipient some background information on why you are writing - explain the situation
  • State the main purpose of your letter clearly
  • Provide details to support your main points
  • Conclude by thanking the recipient or making a polite request

IELTS Writing Task 1 A Letter

Dear Sarah,

Hi, how are you? I hope that you are well. I just wanted to tell you some exciting news. I got a new job. You know I was working for that marketing company in Brisbane. Well, I was beginning to get a little frustrated there because I wasn’t learning anything new, so I decided to apply for a few positions I saw advertised on the internet.

Anyway, I had some interviews a couple of months ago and was offered a position as Content Manager with a digital marketing agency in Sydney. I’ve been here for a couple of weeks now, and it’s great. I’m responsible for organizing and coordinating online content for several marketing campaigns for different clients. It’s really interesting, and there are a lot of new things to learn about.

I had to move, obviously, so I’ve got a new apartment too, it all happened so fast. I’ve been busy at work and organizing the apartment and everything. I’m looking forward to this weekend when I think I’ll be able to relax for the first time since I left Brisbane.

Hope everything is good with you, and I look forward to hearing your news, write me soon please.

All the best

Jenny




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