Appointment Letter
What is an Appointment Letter?
An appointment letter is a document that confirms the details of an appointment. The letter confirms the start and end dates of the appointment, your job title, salary, benefits and more. It also confirms the employee's role in the company.
The letter should be signed by both parties: employer and employee.
Why is a letter of appointment important
In the workplace, а letter of job appointment is a document that confirms an employee’s employment at a company. It is often used as legal proof of employment when filing for benefits or applying for other positions.
The letter usually includes details about the employee’s role, salary and benefits. It can also be used to confirm the start date and end date of employment if this has not been specified in an employment contract or offer letter.
What should a letter of appointment include?
An employment letter of appointment should include the following information:
- The name of the person appointed.
- Their position.
- The date they start work, and when their employment ends (if applicable).
- Why are you appointing them to this position (i.e., what skills do they have that make them qualified for it?)
- Your signature as appointing authority