Job Offer Letter Template

Make a clear, professional offer to your new hire. This job offer letter covers the role, pay, start date, schedule, benefits and the date to accept. Edit it and download a PDF ready to sign.

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Jane Doe
jane@example.com · (555) 123-4567 · Springfield, MA
Jordan Smith
123 Main Street, Austin, TX 78701
Re: Offer of Employment – Customer Service Representative
Dear Jordan,

We are pleased to offer you the position of Customer Service Representative at Acme Corp. We were impressed by your experience and believe you will be a great addition to our team.

Your start date will be Monday, November 16, 2026. This is a full-time position, Monday through Friday, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM, and you will report to Sarah Johnson, Customer Service Manager.

Your starting pay will be $20.00 per hour, paid every two weeks. You will be eligible for health insurance after 30 days, 10 days of paid time off per year and paid company holidays.

This offer is contingent on a background check and proof of eligibility to work in the United States. Employment with Acme Corp is at-will, which means either you or the company may end it at any time.

To accept this offer, please sign and return this letter by Friday, November 6, 2026. We look forward to welcoming you to the team.

Accepted by: ______________________ Date: ____________

Sincerely,
Jane Doe
Hiring Manager, Acme Corp

Who this template is for

  • •Small business owners hiring staff
  • •HR teams and office managers
  • •Restaurants, shops and contractors hiring hourly workers
  • •Startups making their first hires

How to use it

  1. 1.Add your company name and contact details.
  2. 2.Enter the candidate's name and the job title.
  3. 3.Fill in pay, schedule, start date and who they report to.
  4. 4.List benefits and any conditions, such as a background check.
  5. 5.Set an acceptance deadline, download the PDF and send it for signature.

Frequently asked questions

What should a job offer letter include?

The job title, start date, pay and how often it is paid, full-time or part-time status, who the person reports to, benefits, any conditions of the offer and a deadline to accept.

Is a job offer letter a contract?

Usually not. Most U.S. offer letters state that employment is at-will. If you need binding terms, have a lawyer review a separate employment agreement.

How long should a candidate have to accept?

Three to seven days is common. Put the exact date in the letter so there is no confusion.

Is this offer letter free?

Yes. Edit it online and download the PDF with no sign-up.

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