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Offer letter generator: a free job offer letter template you fill in
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What it does
Fill in the role, pay and start date to get a clean offer letter PDF with signature lines, or copy the text.
Why it matters: a verbal yes is not a hire. A clear written offer sets out the role, pay, start date and conditions, so there are no surprises on day one. Recruiters and small business owners can build one here in a few minutes, add a logo and signature, and send it as a PDF.
Build an offer letter
Fill in the role, pay and start date. The letter writes itself as you type, then download a signed PDF or copy the text into your own template.
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Next steps: Fill and sign a PDF · HR compliance software · AI hiring law checker
Runs in your browser. Nothing you type is uploaded, stored or sent anywhere. This is a starting template, not legal advice. Some states require extra pay notices, so check yours before you send it.
What a job offer letter should include
| Part | Why it matters |
|---|---|
| Job title and who they report to | Sets expectations about the role from the start |
| Start date and work location | On site, hybrid or remote, so there is no confusion later |
| Pay, schedule and overtime status | Exempt or non-exempt affects overtime pay under federal law |
| Bonus, commission and benefits | The parts of the package candidates compare between offers |
| Conditions | Background check, references, drug screen or a confidentiality agreement |
| At-will statement | Makes clear the letter is not a fixed term contract, in states where at-will employment applies |
| Reply date and signature lines | Gives the offer a deadline and a clear acceptance |
Frequently asked questions
Is an offer letter a contract?
It can be treated as one if it promises a set length of employment or guaranteed pay. That is why most US offer letters include an at-will statement. Keep the at-will box ticked unless you mean to offer a fixed term, and have a lawyer review letters for senior hires or anything unusual.
Do some states need more than this letter?
Yes. States such as California and New York require a separate written notice of pay rate, pay day and employer details at hiring. Montana does not follow at-will employment after a probation period. Check your state’s labour department before you send the offer.
How should the candidate sign it?
Send the PDF and ask them to sign the acceptance line. They can print it, or sign it online with the free fill and sign tool and send it back.
Is what I type saved?
No. The letter is built in your browser and nothing is uploaded or stored. Download the PDF or copy the text before you close the page.
After the yes, the new hire needs an I-9, which you can fill in and sign with the fill and sign tool. Making offers every week? ATS and onboarding tools send offer letters for e-signature from templates.
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