Create a clear, professional employment offer letter in minutes. Enter the position, pay, start date, benefits and any conditions, and the letter, a summary of terms and an acceptance section are written for you. Download it as an editable Word file or a PDF.
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A template for general information, not legal advice. Employment rules (pay transparency, final pay, leave) vary by state; have HR or an employment lawyer review your letter.
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How to use the Job Offer Letter Generator
Enter the employer details: company, address, the person signing and a contact for questions.
Describe the job: title, department, manager, employment type, classification, start date and work arrangement.
Set the pay: amount, pay period and frequency, plus any bonus, equity or relocation support.
Tick the benefits and conditions that apply and choose a response deadline.
Review the live preview (highlighted brackets are still blank), then download Word or PDF and send it for signature.
Offer letter checklist
Term
Why it matters
Job title, manager and department
Sets expectations about the role and who the employee reports to.
Start date and schedule
Lets the candidate give notice at their current job and plan their first day.
Full-time / part-time and exempt / non-exempt
Determines benefit eligibility and whether overtime is owed.
Pay, pay period and pay frequency
The number candidates compare most closely; be exact.
Bonus, commission and equity
Describe them as targets or eligibility unless they are guaranteed.
Benefits and when they begin
Health insurance waiting periods are a common question.
Contingencies
Makes it clear the offer depends on checks and paperwork.
At-will statement
In most US states, preserves the right of either side to end employment.
Response deadline and signature
Gives the offer a clear end date and a record of acceptance.
Gross pay per paycheck
Annual salary
Weekly (52)
Biweekly (26)
Semimonthly (24)
Monthly (12)
$40,000
$769.23
$1,538.46
$1,666.67
$3,333.33
$60,000
$1,153.85
$2,307.69
$2,500.00
$5,000.00
$80,000
$1,538.46
$3,076.92
$3,333.33
$6,666.67
$100,000
$1,923.08
$3,846.15
$4,166.67
$8,333.33
$120,000
$2,307.69
$4,615.38
$5,000.00
$10,000.00
These are gross amounts before taxes, insurance premiums and retirement contributions. Estimate take-home pay with the Paycheck Calculator.
Tips for writing a strong offer letter
Call first, then send the letter. A phone call to make the offer, followed by the written letter the same day, feels personal and avoids surprises.
Keep it consistent with the job posting and what was discussed in interviews; differences cause mistrust.
Avoid promises you cannot keep, such as “job security” or guaranteed raises.
Check local rules: some states require pay ranges, specific pay-day notices or paid sick leave disclosures.
Attach the benefits summary and any agreements mentioned, such as a confidentiality agreement.
Frequently asked questions
What should a job offer letter include?
A job offer letter usually states the job title, manager, start date, full- or part-time status, exempt or non-exempt classification, pay and pay schedule, any bonus or equity, the main benefits, work location, conditions of the offer (such as a background check or work-eligibility verification), at-will status where it applies, a response deadline and a place for the candidate to sign.
Is a job offer letter a legally binding contract?
An offer letter can create obligations, so it should be written carefully. In the US, most offer letters state that employment is at will and that the letter is not a contract for a fixed term. Promises such as guaranteed bonuses or severance can be enforceable, so only include terms you intend to keep, and have an employment lawyer review unusual terms.
What is the difference between exempt and non-exempt?
Under the US Fair Labor Standards Act, non-exempt employees must be paid overtime at 1.5 times their regular rate for hours over 40 in a workweek. Exempt employees are not owed overtime, but generally must be paid a salary and perform duties that meet an exemption test (such as executive, administrative or professional). Job titles alone do not make a role exempt.
What does contingent offer mean?
A contingent (or conditional) offer becomes final only when listed conditions are met, for example completing Form I-9 work-eligibility verification, a background check or reference checks. Some states and cities restrict when employers may ask about criminal history or run certain checks, so time contingencies according to local rules.
How long should a candidate have to accept an offer?
Many employers give between 3 and 7 business days to accept, which allows time to review benefits and ask questions without leaving the role open too long. Put the deadline in the letter so both sides know when the offer expires.
How do I calculate pay per paycheck?
Divide the annual salary by the number of pay periods: 52 for weekly, 26 for biweekly, 24 for semimonthly and 12 for monthly. For example, $98,000 paid biweekly is $3,769.23 gross per paycheck before taxes and deductions. For hourly pay, annual pay ≈ hourly rate × hours per week × 52.
Is the information I enter stored or shared?
No. The letter is built in your browser and nothing is uploaded. Your draft is saved in this browser so you can come back to it, and Clear all removes it.
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