Document background
The Preliminary Offer Letter is a crucial document in the recruitment process under English and Welsh employment law. It is typically issued following successful interviews and salary negotiations, but before the formal employment contract. The document serves to confirm the basic terms of employment while protecting the employer's interests by clearly stating its preliminary nature. A well-drafted Preliminary Offer Letter should include essential employment terms while maintaining flexibility for the final contract, and typically precedes more detailed employment documentation. It's particularly important in roles where there may be a significant gap between verbal offer and formal contract signing, or where pre-employment checks are required.
