Email to a new hire
Here is an example email that a company might send to a new hire:
Subject: Welcome to [Company Name]!
Dear [New Hire's Name],
On behalf of the entire [Company Name] team, I would like to extend a warm welcome to you as you join our organization! We are thrilled to have you on board and are excited to see the contributions we know you will make.
As you prepare to start your new role, we wanted to take a moment to introduce ourselves and provide some important information to help you get settled in. Below, you will find some key details to keep in mind as you begin your journey with us:
- Your start date is [Start Date] and your first day of work will be at [Location]. Please plan to arrive at [Time] and report to [Name of Supervisor or HR Representative].
- Your supervisor is [Supervisor's Name] and can be reached at [Supervisor's Email] or [Supervisor's Phone Number]. They will be in touch with you shortly to discuss your role and expectations.
- Your HR representative is [HR Representative's Name] and can be reached at [HR Representative's Email] or [HR Representative's Phone Number]. They will be happy to answer any questions you may have about benefits, payroll, or other HR-related matters.
- You will be receiving a comprehensive onboarding package, which includes information about our company culture, policies, and procedures. This will be sent to you via email prior to your start date.
- We encourage you to reach out to your colleagues and supervisors with any questions or concerns you may have. We are a collaborative and supportive team, and we are all here to help you succeed.
In addition to the above, we would like to invite you to join us for a new hire orientation session on [Date and Time]. This will be a great opportunity to meet your colleagues, learn more about our company, and get a sense of what we do. More information about the orientation session will be sent to you separately.
Once again, welcome to [Company Name]! We are excited to have you on our team and look forward to seeing the great things you will accomplish.
Best regards,
[Your Name] [Your Title] [Company Name]
This email aims to:
- Welcome the new hire and express excitement about their joining the company
- Provide important details about their start date, location, and supervisor
- Introduce the HR representative and provide contact information
- Mention the comprehensive onboarding package and encourage the new hire to reach out with questions
- Invite the new hire to a new hire orientation session
- End with a warm and welcoming tone