How to announce a new employee has arrived

When announcing to a company that a new employee has arrived, it is best to do so in written form; either by email, newsletter, or an interoffice memo. A written announcement will allow colleagues to know what the expectations and responsibilities will be for their new co-worker, as well as what their background is.

Announcing a new employee has arrived

When a new staff member is set to join the team, it is important that they feel welcome and respected. One way to ensure that their fellow coworkers are aware of the presence of a new employee is to announce their arrival ahead of time. By writing a descriptive email or memo detailing who this new employee is, what skills they bring to the team and what their responsibilities will be, the company can prepare the staff for the appropriate reception of a new coworker. It is important that new team members feel not only well-received, but also that there is no doubt as to what their function will be and who they will be working with or reporting to.

Writing an arrival letter for a new employee

A written announcement letting team members know that a new employee has arrived allows the company to offer an in-depth overview of the new coworker. A letter announcing their arrival, sent via email, newsletter, or interoffice memo should list the employee’s background, their professional experience, education, and skills. It should also detail the new employee’s position, location within the office, and start date, and let staff members know that they should openly and positively welcome their new colleague. A letter announcing a new employee has arrived will significantly impact their retention and ensure that they start off on the right foot.

It is important that companies not wait until the day a new employee has arrived to announce their presence. It is hard enough to break the ice in a new environment, therefore letting staff know that a new member has joined their ranks will prepare them to be cordial and respectful when they meet a new employee.