Employer details
Legal name, EIN or tax ID if available, mailing address, and contact person for verification and payroll setup.
A written offer clarifies terms, reduces disputes, and establishes dates and obligations needed for payroll, benefit enrollment, or regulatory review. Where permitted, electronic signing creates an auditable record consistent with the ESIGN Act (15 U.S.C. ch. 96) and UETA.
Use the form as the definitive statement of the offer, and retain a signed copy for recordkeeping and audits.
| Field | Configuration |
|---|---|
| Authentication | Email + SMS code for primary signer verification |
| Routing Order | Set sequential signing where employer signs before candidate |
| Reminders | Enable automated reminders at 3 and 7 days |
| Attachments | Allow supporting files (offer letter, job description) as PDFs |
Use a platform that supports audit trails, secure storage, and the level of signer authentication required by agencies or internal policy.
Legal name, EIN or tax ID if available, mailing address, and contact person for verification and payroll setup.
Official job title, detailed duties, expected schedule, and reporting relationships to support classification and benefits.
Hourly rate or salary, pay frequency, overtime eligibility, and any bonus or commission structure that affects withholding and benefit calculations.
Work eligibility, background checks, credential verification, or funding contingencies that must be satisfied before employment begins.
Definitive start date (MM/DD/YYYY) and whether employment is at-will, temporary, or for a fixed project term.
Designated signature blocks for employer representative and candidate, including printed name, title, and signature date for both parties.
Provide a clear deadline for acceptance, commonly 3–14 days depending on employer policy
Record as MM/DD/YYYY to trigger payroll and benefits enrollment
Complete Section 1 by hire and employer must complete Section 2 within 3 business days (8 CFR §274a.2)
Provide W-9 upon payer request; no statutory submission deadline
Keep signed copies for the required retention period under policy and law
| signNow | DocuSign | Adobe Sign | PandaDoc | HelloSign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | $8/user/mo | $15/user/mo | $14/user/mo | $19/user/mo | $15/user/mo |
| Free Trial | 7-day free trial | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |
| Bulk Send | Yes (Business Premium) | Yes (plan-limited) | Yes (plan-limited) | Yes (plan-limited) | Yes (plan-limited) |
| Audit Trail | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| HIPAA Compliant | Yes | Yes | Yes | No | No |
| Envelope Cap | No cap | 100 env/user/yr | Varies by plan | Varies by plan | Varies by plan |