Covering:
– Receive a job offer
– How to accept the offer with examples
– The best way to negotiate salary
– Questions you should ask yourself before starting a new job
– How to give your notice for your current job
Job Offer Acceptance Email Templates:
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1. Receipt of the job offer
Most employers will offer you the position via phone call; either personally or via a Recruiter.
Accepting a job is a big decision, so take your time and ask all your questions first. You shouldn't feel pressure to accept the job offer immediately.
Thank the employer or recruiter, then politely ask if you can have time to leave and consider the offer. If you want to get the job but are unhappy with some of the terms of the offer, you may need to negotiate at this stage, before accepting the job offer.
Of course, if you're looking forward to the call and know that everything about this job suits you, you can agree to it verbally over the phone. When you verbally accept a job offer, say "thank you" for the opportunity, show your enthusiasm, and clarify any questions you have.
It's okay if you haven't been able to confirm your start date yet; just inform them, you will let them know as soon as possible.
You should then receive a formal written offer; either by email or by post. It is important that you have written confirmation of the job offer; so if you are not informed of this when you call, inquire or request that you receive the offer in writing.
2. How to accept a job offer by email or letter
It is polite to respond to a written job offer via an email response or a job offer acceptance letter, even if you have already verbally accepted the offer.
A job offer acceptance letter must contain:
• An expression of your gratitude for the opportunity
• Formal written acceptance of the job offer
• Terms and conditions
• Clarification on your start date
A formal, well-constructed acceptance email shows the employer that they made the right decision in offering you the position:
– Use appropriate language
– Talk to the hiring manager
– Use the spell checker
A poorly written formal job offer acceptance email won't give the best impression to your new employer.
3. How to negotiate a job offer
Employers expect candidates to have questions about the position, the company, and the terms of the job offer (usually salary). To negotiate your salary, do your research on your market value and think about your minimum salary requirements.
If you are unhappy with the base salary they are offering, you did not discuss your salary expectations during the interview, OR, if there was a salary band in the job specification, you will need to discuss this before accepting the job offer. .
If you are negotiating salary, ask if there is any flexibility and how often salary reviews will take place. If they say no, take the time to consider the offer as a whole, including other benefits: work culture, training and career progression.
If there is flexibility, explain how your value justifies the higher salary, such as your experience or how you could help the company grow.
Do not be discouraged if the salary offer is lower than expected or if the employer does not want to budge; especially in undergraduate jobs. A lower salary offer doesn't mean the employer doesn't value you, they will just want to know you before offering you a higher salary.
4. Questions to Ask an Employer Before Starting a New Job
• Is salary negotiable?
• How many days of annual leave will I be entitled to?
• Is unused annual leave carried over?
• When do you need a decision?
• What benefits are included?
• What are the opportunities for personal growth?
• What are the working hours ?
• Will I be required to work outside of these hours?
• What documents should I bring on the first day?
5. How to give your notice
If you already have another job, you will need to officially resign, usually in the form of a resignation letter.
The processes for giving your notice differ, so if you're unsure how to resign from a job, check your contract or staff handbook.
The rule of thumb for giving your notice to start employment is not to resign until you have received a written offer of employment, which includes a start date, details of your salary and everything else. social benefits. If possible, avoid giving your notice before having signed an employment contract with the company.
A resignation letter should include:
• Details of the position you are leaving
• How much notice do you give?
• When will your last day be
• A thank you for the opportunity to work in the company
• Finally, wish the company good luck or a concluding sentence
The process of finding graduate jobs doesn't end once you receive an offer. Now it’s time to prepare for your first day!
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