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The Job Acceptance Letter is a crucial document in the Dutch employment process, typically used after a successful job offer negotiation and before the formal employment contract is signed. It serves multiple purposes: documenting the candidate's formal acceptance of the position, confirming key employment terms, and bridging the gap between verbal agreement and the comprehensive employment contract. Under Dutch law, this document should align with requirements set forth in the Dutch Civil Code (Burgerlijk Wetboek), particularly Book 7, Title 10, which governs employment relationships. While not as detailed as the full employment contract, the Job Acceptance Letter must accurately reflect agreed-upon terms and reference compliance with Dutch employment legislation, including any applicable collective labor agreements. This document is particularly important in the Netherlands' employment landscape, where clear documentation of employment terms is highly valued and legally significant.

1. Letter Header: Company letterhead, date, and recipient's contact details

2. Salutation: Formal greeting to the new employee

3. Opening Statement: Clear statement accepting the job offer and expressing enthusiasm

4. Position Confirmation: Confirmation of the job title, department, and reporting relationship

5. Key Terms Acknowledgment: Confirmation of key employment terms including start date, salary, working hours, and location

6. Reference to Additional Documents: Mention of the formal employment contract and any other relevant documentation

7. Next Steps: Information about onboarding process and any immediate actions required

8. Closing Statement: Positive closing remarks and looking forward to starting

9. Signature Block: Space for signature, name, and date for both employee and employer representative