Emails can definitely be considered legally binding, but for this to be the case, they need to meet the typical requirements of a contract.
Dear (Employer's Name), Thank you for offering me the position of (Job Title) at (Company Name). I am delighted and grateful to accept this offer and I look forward to joining your team. I appreciate the opportunity you have given me to work with such a reputable and respected organization.
Thank you for your offer of Job title at Company name. I am delighted to formally accept the offer, and I am very much looking forward to joining the team. As discussed, my starting salary will be Agreed starting salary, rising to Increased salary following a successful probationary period of 3 months.
Dear (Employer's Name), Thank you for offering me the position of (Job Title) at (Company Name). I am delighted and grateful to accept this offer and I look forward to joining your team. I appreciate the opportunity you have given me to work with such a reputable and respected organization.
Here's how to structure your email: Start by saying thank you and expressing your excitement and fit for the role. Clearly state that you have questions and the terms of the offer you'd like to clarify. Ask for a meeting or phone call, with a suggested time and date.
Use a direct response, thank the recruiter for the opportunity, even though you're not accepting the job offer, and provide a reason if you wish. Create a professionally formatted response: Once you've written the content of your job offer response, take the time to format it correctly and check for any grammar issues.
Before Accepting a Job Offer Express Gratitude — But Don't Immediately Say 'Yes' ... Ask When They Would Like an Answer. Develop Questions and Research Salary Data. Send Your Questions in an Email. Negotiate Your Salary. Send a Timely and Brief Email. Confirm the Offer Details and Your Excitement About the Role.