Email again. Let them know about the situation with the recruiter's lack of response. The hiring manager may be able to provide you with more information or assist you in connecting with someone else in HR.
Escalate to the HR Manager. If HR Manager does not respond, escalate to HR Vice President. If HR Vice President does not respond. escalate to the HR President. If HR President does not respond, then write to the MD of the company. If MD also does not respond then write to the Chairman and the Board.
Wait a Reasonable Amount of Time: Allow a few days to a week for HR to respond. Sometimes, internal processes can cause delays. Follow Up with a Polite Email: If you haven't heard back after a week, send a polite follow-up email.
If it's been over 48 hours and you still haven't received a formal offer, contact the hiring manager to express your enthusiasm about the offer and to ask about the status. Keep your note short and to the point, and be specific about what you're asking.
The response time from HR can vary widely depending on the company and their internal processes. Generally, you might expect a response within a few days to a week. If it's been longer than that, it's reasonable to send a polite follow-up email to inquire about the next steps.
Dear (HR Contact's Name), I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to inquire about the status of my offer letter for the (Job Title) position at (Company Name), which I was informed would be provided by (Date/Timeframe). I am eager to finalize my plans and am looking forward to joining (Company Name).
Acceptance Letter Format I am writing to confirm my acceptance of your employment offer from April 1. I am delighted to be joining International Engineering Corporation as a Project Manager. The work is exactly what I have prepared for and hoped to do.
If the HR doesn't reply after a job offer, consider sending a polite follow-up email expressing your continued interest in the position and seeking clarification on the next steps or the expected timeline for a response. Avoid being too persistent, but demonstrate your eagerness and professionalism.
Unless you're signing a contract of employment or are being given some kind of sign on bonus that needs to be repaid, there is nothing to stop you from accepting a job offer and then backing out.