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The Probation Period Letter is an essential employment document used in Malta to formalize the probationary period of a new employee's engagement. It is typically issued alongside or shortly after the main employment contract, serving to clearly define the terms of the initial employment phase. This document is required to ensure compliance with Maltese employment law, particularly the Employment and Industrial Relations Act, which stipulates specific requirements for probationary periods, including maximum duration and notice periods. The letter includes crucial information about performance expectations, review procedures, and the process for confirming permanent employment, making it a vital tool for both employers and employees in managing the early stages of their employment relationship.

1. Letter Header: Company letterhead, date, and employee's contact details

2. Salutation: Formal greeting to the employee

3. Employment Position Reference: Reference to the main employment position and contract

4. Probation Period Duration: Clear statement of the probation period length (up to 6 months under Maltese law) and start/end dates

5. Performance Expectations: Brief outline of the key performance criteria and objectives during probation

6. Review Process: Description of how and when performance will be assessed during probation

7. Notice Period: Statement of notice period requirements during probation (1 week as per Maltese law)

8. Employment Terms Reference: Reference to main employment terms continuing to apply during probation

9. Confirmation Process: Explanation of what happens at the end of probation period

10. Closing and Signatures: Formal closing, signature lines for employer and acknowledgment by employee