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Offer Letter Template

A professional job offer letter template covering title, compensation, start date, benefits, and contingencies so you can extend clear, consistent offers fast.

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What you get

  • A fill-in offer letter with every key term in one place
  • Compensation, benefits, and equity sections ready to complete
  • Contingency and at-will / acceptance clauses
  • A clean structure your legal team can review once and reuse

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Offer details

Candidate name
Job title
Reports to
Start date

Opening

Dear [Candidate name], we are delighted to offer you the position of [job title] at [company]. We were impressed by [specific strength] and believe you'll make a real impact on the [team] team.

Compensation & benefits

ItemDetails
Base salary
Bonus / commission
Equity / options
Benefits (health, retirement)

Conditions of offer

Specify anything the offer is contingent on.

  • Satisfactory background / reference checks
  • Proof of eligibility to work
  • Signed confidentiality / IP agreement
  • Any role-specific certifications or clearances

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How to use this template

  1. 1

    Fill the offer details

    Complete title, salary, start date, and reporting line from your approved offer terms.

  2. 2

    Confirm contingencies

    Specify any conditions such as background checks, references, or right-to-work verification.

  3. 3

    Set an expiry

    Add a clear acceptance deadline so the candidate knows when to respond.

  4. 4

    Get sign-off and send

    Have the offer reviewed by your approver, then send for e-signature with a personal note.

Frequently asked questions

What should a job offer letter include?

At minimum: job title, reporting line, start date, location, compensation and benefits, any contingencies, an acceptance deadline, and a signature block. Keep contractual terms clear and have legal review the template.

Is an offer letter legally binding?

It can create obligations, which is why wording matters. Many letters state employment is at-will and that the letter is not a fixed-term contract. Always tailor language to your local employment law.

How long should a candidate have to accept?

Three to five business days is common. Give enough time for a genuine decision without leaving the role open indefinitely. State the deadline clearly in the letter.