What is an Employment Confirmation Letter?
An Employment Confirmation Letter is a document that is used to confirm the terms of employment that are being offered to a potential new hire. The letter will include all of the basic terms of the agreement so that the employee can have a reference point before making a firm commitment.
Though it sounds similar, an Employment Confirmation Letter is distinct from an Employment Verification Letter, which is typically used by banks or other financial institutions, for example, in order to verify a person's employment status before granting loans or mortgages. An Employment Confirmation Letter is used to confirm an offer of employment and is sent by the employer to the prospective employee. An Employment Verification letter is used to verify an employee's employment status and may be sent to an employer by a third party financial institution.
When to use an Employment Confirmation Letter:
- You want to confirm in writing the terms and conditions of employment verbally discussed with a potential employee.