Offer of fixed term employment letter template


An offer of fixed term employment letter clearly outlines the terms of a temporary role, including the duration, expectations, and compensation, providing both parties with legal protection and avoiding potential misunderstandings.
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Offer of fixed term employment letter
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Offer of employment – fixed term
The company is pleased to make you a formal offer of fixed-term employment with [Company] in the position of [job title] in the [name of department] department.
Your employment will be for a fixed term commencing on [date] and terminating on [date]. [Company] cannot guarantee any further employment at the end of this fixed-term contract, but may, at its discretion and depending on the availability of a suitable vacancy, elect to offer you a further term of employment on either a temporary or permanent basis. It is, however, a condition of this contract that you agree that your contract of employment is subject to termination upon the expiry of the fixed term.
[OR
[Company] is pleased to make you a formal offer of fixed-term employment in the post of [job title] on the [name of project] project. Your employment will commence on [date] and will terminate once the [task/project] for which you are employed is completed. It is expected that the [task/project] will last for approximately [number] [weeks/months/years], although [Company] does not guarantee you any minimum or maximum period of employment. The exact date of the termination of your post is therefore at [Company]'s discretion.
[Company] will, however, give you a minimum of [number] weeks' notice prior to the termination
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Frequently Asked Questions
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Can I use this Offer of fixed term employment letter template for small businesses?
Yes. The Offer of fixed term employment letter template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
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Is this Offer of fixed term employment letter template compliant with 2025 UK employment law?
Absolutely. All templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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Can I customise this Offer of fixed term employment letter template for my organisation?
Yes, we highlight the areas that you need to update with your own details, and where you need to make decisions to suit your situation. This saves you time and ensures that you meet best practice.
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Do I get instant access to the Offer of fixed term employment letter template?
Yes. Once purchased, you'll be able to download the Offer of fixed term employment letter template instantly. Templates are provided in editable Word or Excel format so you can customise them easily, and in PDF format for easy sharing.
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