Accepting a Job Offer
Useful Expressions
- I was hoping to hear from you.
- Thank you for giving me this opportunity.
- I am looking forward to working with you.
- It will be an honor to work with you.
- I am eager to start working with you.
- When can I expect to start?
- How soon can I start?
- I should be able to start from next Monday.
Dialogue Practice
Read the dialogue aloud with your teacher.
Jessica receives a call from Mr. Smith who works in the HR department of a company she is interested in working for. He informs her of the result of the interview she had a few days earlier. | |
 Mark Smith | Hello, Ms. Jessica Sharp? This is Mark Smith from UTC Company. |
 Jessica | Yes, I was hoping to hear from you! |
 Mark Smith | I'm calling to see if you are still interested in working for us. |
 Jessica | Yes, very much so! |
 Mark Smith | I'm glad to hear that. Ms. Sharp, we would like to offer you the PR position that you have applied for. |
 Jessica | That is excellent news, Mr. Smith. I can't wait to start! |
 Mark Smith | That's great to hear. We're also looking forward to having you here. |
 Jessica | When do you need me to start? |
 Mark Smith | How soon would you be able to start? If I remember correctly, you are still employed at another company. |
 Jessica | I have already sent my two weeks' notice to my boss. I should be able to start from next Tuesday. |
 Mark Smith | That sounds great. We will be expecting you on Tuesday at 8 am. |
 Jessica | Thank you very much, Mr. Smith. And thank you, once again, for giving me this opportunity. I'm really looking forward to working with you. |
Check your understanding:
1.
Why did Mr. Smith call Jessica?
2.
Is Jessica currently unemployed?
3.
How soon can Jessica start working?
Role Play
Role-play the following situation with your teacher.
Situation
You receive a call from the HR manager who interviewed you a week ago. You are told that you have passed the interview. Your teacher will act as the HR manager. You may use the following expressions:
- I was hoping to hear from you.
- It’s an honor to be part of your company.
- Thank you for giving me this opportunity.
- I’m more than happy to be able to contribute to the growth/success of the company.
- How soon can I start?
Discussion
1.
What do you consider before accepting a job offer? Why?
2.
Do you ask for other people’s opinion before accepting a job offer? Why? Why not?
3.
What do you look forward to, when joining a new company?
4.
What is your dream job? Why?
