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Letter confirming agreement to a contract variation after consultation, including adjustments to the original proposed changes.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Contract variation – agreement after consultation
Following our recent consultation regarding the proposed change to your terms and conditions of employment, we have carefully considered your feedback and discussed potential adjustments.
We are pleased to confirm that we have agreed the following
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This template allows employers to formally confirm that a contract variation has been agreed following a consultation period. It includes details of the original proposal and the adjustments made to accommodate employee feedback.
The letter provides clarity on the effective date, review periods, and ensures both parties understand the new terms. It serves as an official record of the agreed changes.
Using this template helps maintain compliance with employment legislation, demonstrates good HR practice, and supports transparent communication during contract variations.
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Follow these best practice actions to get the most from the Contract variation agreement (with adjustment to original proposal) letter template, guiding you before, during, and after implementation:
| Step | Description | Responsibility | Timing |
| 1 | Identify Need for Variation: Review original proposal and feedback to determine suitable adjustments. | Manager / HR | Day 1 |
| 2 | Consult with Employee: Discuss adjustments to the original proposal and explore agreement options. | Manager / HR | Days 2–3 |
| 3 | Document Agreed Variation: Draft the letter confirming the agreed changes and adjustments. | HR / Manager | Day 4 |
| 4 | Issue Agreement Letter: Send the letter to the employee for signature, including clear effective date and review period. | HR / Manager | Day 5 |
| 5 | Implement and Monitor: Apply the agreed changes, obtain signed acknowledgement, and review after the specified period. Possible outcomes: agreed adjustment, no change, or further discussion if required. | HR / Manager | Following letter issuance |
At “BrightTech Ltd”, HR proposed changing Oliver Hunt’s working hours to start at 8:45am on a third weekday. After consultation, they agreed a compromise: 8:40am start each requested day, with the usual 5:45pm finish. The agreement letter confirmed the adjustment, effective immediately, and noted a three-month review.
Yes. The Contract variation agreement (with adjustment to original proposal) 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.
Absolutely. As with the Contract variation agreement (with adjustment to original proposal) letter template, all of our 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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