Confirms a probationary period in writing: length, what will be evaluated, check-in cadence, and the possible outcomes of confirmation, extension, or ending employment. Use it at the start of a new hire's probation.
This letter confirms the probationary period that applies to the position described below. It explains how long the period lasts, what will be evaluated, and the possible outcomes, and takes effect once both parties sign.
Company name (the "Company") confirms that Employee full name (the "Employee"), in the position of Role title and reporting to Manager name and title, will complete a probationary period starting on Probation start date and ending on Probation end date.
During the period, the Company will evaluate performance against the expectations of the role, including: Evaluation criteria summary.
In general, the evaluation looks at:
By signing below, the Employee acknowledges the probationary period, the evaluation approach, and the possible outcomes described in this letter, and the Company commits to running the evaluation as described.
Employee: ✍ Employee signature Date: Employee signature date
For the Company: ✍ Company signature Date: Company signature date
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Jurisdiction note
Maximum probation length, whether extensions are allowed, and the notice rules that apply during probation vary by jurisdiction and may be set by statute or collective agreements. Have local counsel confirm the period and outcomes before use.
Not legal advice
This template is provided for general informational purposes only and is not legal advice. Laws differ by jurisdiction and change over time — have a qualified professional review any document before you rely on it.
A core employment contract for at-will relationships covering duties, compensation, benefits, work location, and how either party may end the relationship. Use it to document a new hire's terms in writing.
A consulting agreement defining advisory scope, expected deliverables, fees and expenses, and a clear no-employment clause. Use it to engage a consultant for advisory work with clean boundaries.
A letter that extends an existing fixed-term engagement to a new end date, confirms which terms stay unchanged, and records any adjustments, accepted by signature from both parties.
Sets the terms for internal referral bonuses: who is eligible, how referrals are submitted, the payout schedule, and a clawback if the referred hire leaves early. Use it to formalize a referral before payout.
Records the company equipment issued to an employee or contractor — with an inventory table — plus care, security, and return conditions. Use it whenever hardware leaves the company's hands.
An employment contract with a defined start and end date, covering duties, compensation, renewal mechanics, and early-termination clauses. Use it when hiring for a project, cover, or season with a clear end.