I first wanted to thank you for this web site!!! I really consider it
75% of the reason why I have come across a wonderful position.
I do have a question for you:
I have negotiated my salary, and although the overall package is good
there were a few concerns I had voiced in our meeting after I was given
a formal proposal. (As far as salary reviews, job titles, etc.) I
would like to accept the offer on the basis of his verbal promises
made. ( i.e.. he has promised to be very flexible in reviews and over compensation
growth on the scale of professional growth)
I was wondering (since it doesn't seem that he will make me sign a contract) how I would go about
writing an acceptance letter, and whether I should include our verbal
agreement since this seems like a valid way to confirm things???
I hope this gives you enough information, I'm looking forward to your response!
From: Janet
ANSWER FROM BRIAN KRUEGER:
Hi Jackie -
Write a letter of acceptance, with the following additional wording:
"As we discussed, it is my understanding that ..."
...then list each of the items you have discussed. The close the paragraph
with:
"If my understanding of these topics is not correct, please let me know."
Keep it short and sweet--to the point, but not legalistic.
By doing so, you will have established a written basis for the areas discussed, so that you can refer back to it later.
Is it a legally enforeable document? Probably not.
But it does document the topics so that they can be referred to later.
And if this manager leaves, you have a paper trail of what was committed to.
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