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Offer Letter Template

Professional job offer letter template with legal compliance

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Offer Letter Template

[Date]

[Candidate Name]

[Address]

Dear [Candidate Name],

We are pleased to offer you the position of [Job Title] at [Company Name]. We believe your skills and experience will be a valuable addition to our team.

Position Details:

  • Job Title: [Job Title]
  • Department: [Department]
  • Reports to: [Manager Name]
  • Start Date: [Start Date]
  • Work Location: [Address/City, State]

Compensation:

  • Annual Salary: $[Amount] (paid [bi-weekly/monthly])
  • Pay Period: [Frequency]
  • Overtime: [Exempt/Non-exempt status]

Benefits:

  • Health insurance (effective [date])
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • 401(k) retirement plan with [company match details]
  • Paid time off: [X] days annually
  • [Additional benefits specific to your company]

Employment Terms:

This is an at-will employment position, meaning either you or [Company Name] may terminate this employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice. This offer is contingent upon:

  • Successful completion of background check
  • Verification of employment eligibility (I-9 form)
  • Reference checks
  • [Any other specific requirements]

Confidentiality and Non-Compete:

As a condition of employment, you will be required to sign our standard confidentiality agreement and [non-compete/non-solicitation agreement if applicable].

We are excited about the possibility of you joining our team. Please indicate your acceptance of this offer by signing and returning this letter by [Date]. If you have any questions, please don't hesitate to contact me.

Sincerely,


[Hiring Manager Name]

[Title]

[Company Name]

I accept this offer of employment:

Signature: _________________________

Date: _________________________

Best Practices

Essential Elements

  • • Include specific job title and department
  • • State exact compensation and pay frequency
  • • Specify start date and work location
  • • List key benefits and eligibility dates
  • • Include at-will employment language

Legal Considerations

  • • Ensure compliance with state employment laws
  • • Include contingency clauses for background checks
  • • Specify any required agreements (NDA, non-compete)
  • • Set clear acceptance deadline
  • • Review with legal counsel for complex roles

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