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Employment Offer Letter Review Guide

Congratulations on the job offer! But before you sign, ensure the 'standard' terms don't include hidden handcuffs like unreasonable notice periods.

Critical Red Flags

Unreasonable Notice Period: 90 days is common in India but can be reduced to 30-60 in many roles.

Broad Non-Compete: Banning you from working for *any* competitor for years after leaving (often unenforceable).

Clawback Clauses: Repaying signing bonus, relocation, or even training costs if you leave within 12-24 months.

Discretionary Bonus: 'Up to' amounts with subjective criteria that management can change at any time.

Must-Have Clauses

CTC Breakdown (Annexure): Fixed Base vs Variable/Performance vs ESOPs clearly defined.

Job Description & Hierarchy: Clear job title, reporting manager, and department to avoid 'bait and switch'.

Probation & Confirmation: Specific duration and the 'auto-confirmation' clause after the period ends.

Leave Entitlements: Explicit mention of Privilege Leave (PL), Sick Leave (SL), and Maternity/Paternity rights.

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