Use the hiring manager’s name if you know it
Use the person’s full name and title when possible
Address it to the department or team if no name is available
Use “Dear Hiring Manager” if you cannot find a specific name
Use “Dear [Company Name] Hiring Team” as an alternative
Avoid generic greetings like “To Whom It May Concern” if possible
Match the salutation to the tone of the company and role
Double-check spelling and job title accuracy
End the salutation with a colon or comma, depending on style preference