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title: How to Generate and Send an Offer Letter
description: This guide walks you through the complete process of extending an offer - from moving a candidate into the offer stage to sending a signed document via e-signature. We've included advanced configuration options and tips to ensure accuracy.
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# How to Generate and Send an Offer Letter

OFFER MANAGEMENT

This guide walks you through the complete process of extending an offer: from moving a candidate into the offer stage to sending a signed document via e-signature. We've included advanced configuration options and tips to ensure accuracy.

2 sections6 steps6 min read

In this guide

[Creating the Offer](https://help.scalis.ai/extending-an-offer-to-a-candidate#creating-the-offer)

[Sending the Offer](https://help.scalis.ai/extending-an-offer-to-a-candidate#sending-the-offer)

 

Creating the Offer

 

1

Step 1

Move the Candidate to the Offer Stage

 

Navigate to the candidate's profile.

 

Use the advance button to move the candidate to the **Offer** stage.

 

Go to the **Offer Management** tab on the candidate's profile.

 

This unlocks the **Create Offer** button.

![Finding the candidate's profile](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/1-find%20candidate.jpg)

Find the candidate and open their profile.

![Offer Management tab with Create Offer button unlocked](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/2-offer-management.jpg)

The Offer Management tab, with Create Offer unlocked.

 

2

Step 2

Create the Offer

 

Select **Create Offer**.

 

Fill in all required fields in the **Offer Details Drawer**, including:

 

Job Title

 

Compensation details (base, bonus, equity, etc.)

 

Start date

 

Employment type

 

Any other company-standard fields

 

Select **Save**. The offer is saved with the status **Not Sent** and stored on the candidate's profile under the **Offers** tab.

 

Need to add custom fields (for example, visa sponsorship, signing bonus, or a location override)? Go to **Company Settings \> Custom Fields \> Offer Fields**.

 

Select **Create Custom Field**.

 

Choose a field type (text, dropdown, currency), set visibility, and mark it as required if applicable.

 

Return to the Offer Drawer, your new custom fields will be available for use.

![Creating a new offer in the Offer Details Drawer](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/3-create-new-offer.jpg)

Fill in the Offer Details Drawer and save the offer.

3

Step 3

Generate the Offer Letter

 

Select **Generate Offer Letter**.

 

Choose one of the following:

 

**Start from scratch** for manual document creation.

 

**Use an existing offer template** from your template library.

 

From the dropdown, select your preferred template, then select **Generate Offer**.

 

The document auto-populates with tokenized offer details, such as candidate name, job title, and salary.

 

Select **Preview** to review formatting and content.

 

When you're satisfied, select **Save**. A PDF version of the offer letter is now stored under the offer and ready to send.

![Generating the offer document](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/4-generate%20offer%20document.jpg)

Select Generate Offer Letter.

![Choosing and generating from an offer template](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/5-usetemplate.jpg)

Choose and generate from a template.

![Offer letter preview](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/6-preview%20offer.jpg)

Preview the offer letter before saving.

Sending the Offer

 

1

Step 1

Choose a Delivery Method

 

Select **Send Offer Document** to start delivery.

 

Choose your method:

 

**Email without e-signature** sends a simple email with the PDF attached and no signing required.

 

**Send for e-signature (recommended)** uses the embedded **Dropbox Sign** (HelloSign) integration to manage signatures.

💡 **Note:** The rest of this guide covers Option 2, sending for e-signature.

![Sending the offer document](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/7-send%20offer.jpg)

Select Send Offer Document.

![Choosing a delivery method for the offer](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/8-select%20send%20type.jpg)

Choose your delivery method.

 

2

Step 2

Assign Signers

If you selected e-signature, start by choosing who needs to sign.

 

Select **Candidate** as the default signer.

 

Optionally, add internal signers, such as a hiring manager or legal.

 

To enforce a signing sequence, toggle **Set Signing Order** and arrange the signers accordingly.

![Assigning signers and signing order](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/9-select%20signers.jpg)

Assign signers and set a signing order if needed.

 

3

Step 3

Select an Email Template

 

Choose a pre-approved email template, for example "Offer Letter - Standard Full Time."

 

This message goes to the candidate, while Dropbox Sign sends a separate notification for signature.

![Selecting an email template](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/10-select%20email%20template.jpg)

Choose the email template sent to the candidate.

 

4

Step 4

Configure Signature Fields

 

You'll be taken to the **Dropbox Sign** interface.

 

Use the left-hand sidebar to drag and drop signature elements:

 

**Signature**

 

**Date Signed**

 

**Initials** (if needed)

 

For multiple signers, use the dropdown at the top to toggle between signers and assign their respective fields.

⚠️ **Warning:** Ensure every required signer has a designated signature field, otherwise they won't be able to complete the document.

![Configuring signature fields in Dropbox Sign](https://help.scalis.ai/hubfs/Knowledge%20Base%20Guides/Generating%20Offer%20Letter/11-select%20offer%20fields.jpg)

Drag and drop signature fields for each signer in Dropbox Sign.

 

5

Step 5

Final Review and Send

 

Select **Preview** to see exactly what the recipient will experience.

 

When ready, select **Send**. The offer status immediately updates to **Sent**.

✓

Final Step

What Happens After You Send the Offer

 

The candidate receives two emails:

 

One from your company, using the custom email template.

 

One from **Dropbox Sign**, prompting them to sign the document.

 

Internal signers, if applicable, are also notified to sign in the correct sequence.

 

Once all signatures are collected:

 

You'll receive a notification email.

 

The offer status automatically updates to **Signed**.

 

The signed PDF is stored on the candidate's profile under the **Offers** tab and is downloadable by admins and relevant hiring stakeholders.

Best Practices & Tips

| Tip |
| --- |
| Double-check tokens in your offer template to avoid missing data fields. |
| Use custom offer fields for region-specific clauses or approval tracking. |
| If sending a bulk offer, make sure signing order and email templates are pre-configured. |
| Archive outdated templates to reduce errors. |

Nice work, the offer's on its way! Reach out to your CSM any time you need a hand with templates or e-signature setup.

 

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