A warm welcome email for new hires with essential onboarding details and first-day logistics.
Hi [Candidate_Name],
Welcome to [Company_Name]! We're thrilled to have you join us as our new [Role] on the [Team_Name] team. The whole team is looking forward to working with you.
Here's what you need to know before your first day:
Start Date and Time:
- Date: [Start_Date]
- Time: [Start_Time] ([Timezone])
- Location: [Office_Address_or_Remote_Instructions]
Your First Day:
- [First_Day_Activity_1] (e.g., Welcome session with HR)
- [First_Day_Activity_2] (e.g., Team lunch with [Team_Name])
- [First_Day_Activity_3] (e.g., Setup and orientation with [Onboarding_Buddy_Name])
Key Contacts:
- Your manager: [Manager_Name] ([Manager_Email])
- Your onboarding buddy: [Buddy_Name] ([Buddy_Email])
- HR contact: [HR_Contact_Name] ([HR_Email])
Before You Start:
Please complete the following before [Start_Date]:
1. [Pre_Start_Task_1] (e.g., Fill out your benefits enrollment at [Link])
2. [Pre_Start_Task_2] (e.g., Upload your ID documents to [Link])
3. [Pre_Start_Task_3] (e.g., Set up your [Company_Name] email and Slack)
What to Bring or Expect:
- [Item_or_Info_1] (e.g., Government-issued ID for verification)
- [Item_or_Info_2] (e.g., Your laptop will be ready at your desk or shipped to your address)
If you have any questions between now and your start date, don't hesitate to reach out. We're here to make your transition as smooth as possible.
We can't wait to have you on board!
Warm regards,
[Recruiter_Name]
[Recruiter_Title] at [Company_Name]
[Phone_Number]
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