How to say “I'm accepting the new position” professionally
Why it can fall flat
“I'm accepting the new position”
When you've just said yes to an offer or are telling people you're moving on, “I'm accepting the new position” can feel flat and abrupt, with no thanks and no next step. Most people want a clear yes, some appreciation, and an easy handover or start date.
Say this instead
- 01
Thank you for the offer. I'm delighted to accept the position and look forward to joining the team. Could you send the next steps and any paperwork?
Recruiter / HR · Email
Formal acceptance by email: it gives a clear yes, thanks the recruiter and asks what happens next.
- 02
Hi Alice, it's Skyler. I'm happy to say yes to the offer and accept the role. I'll watch for the paperwork. Thank you for all your help!
Recruiter / HR · SMS
Good for a recruiter who has been texting you, when you want to confirm fast before the email follows.
- 03
Thanks for your patience. I'd like to accept the position. Could you confirm the start date and what you need from me next?
Recruiter / HR · Chat
Suits a recruiter you already message on chat, since it accepts plainly and moves things forward.
- 04
Hi Maureen, I'd like to let you know I've accepted a new position elsewhere. My last day would be June 14, and I'd like to plan the handover with you. Thank you for your support.
Boss · Email
Fits a boss you can't talk to face to face, or after you've already spoken, because it gives a date and shows goodwill.
- 05
Do you have 10 minutes today? I've accepted a new position and want to talk through timing and handover with you.
Boss · Chat
Asking for a private conversation first means your boss isn't surprised by the news in a public channel.
- 06
Wanted you to hear it from me: I've accepted a new position and will be leaving at the end of next month. I've really enjoyed working with you.
Coworker · Chat
Right for a colleague you're close to, as it is personal and honest without becoming a long goodbye.
- 07
I wanted to tell you before the wider announcement: I've accepted a new position and will be leaving in four weeks. We'll talk about who supports you in the meantime.
Someone you manage · Email
Telling the people you manage early and pointing to what comes next helps reduce their worry.
- 08
I'm writing to let you know I've accepted a new position and will be moving on from your account on June 28. We'll confirm your new point of contact before then.
Client · Email
Best once your employer is happy for clients to hear, since it gives a date and reassures them about continuity.
Examples
Hi Courtney, Thank you for offering me the Operations Analyst position. I'm very pleased to accept, and I'm looking forward to joining the team. Could you let me know the start date and what documents you need from me? Kind regards, Anil Shah
Hi Lewis, do you have a few minutes this afternoon? I've accepted a new position and would like to talk about my notice period and handover.
What to avoid
- Announcing it in a group channel before your boss or team has heard it from you is a mistake.
- A one-line message with no thanks and no next step comes across as cold.
- Criticizing your current employer or manager to explain why you're leaving will only hurt you.
- Confirming a start date or notice period in writing before you've checked your contract can cause trouble.