Accepting a Job Offer
Accepting a Job Offer
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1) Useful expression
- 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 hornor to work with you.
- I am eager to start working with you.
- When can I expert to start?
- How soon can I start?
- I should be able to start from next Monday.
2) Dialogue practice
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.
A: Hello, Ms. Jessica Sharp? This is Mark Smith from UTC Comapny.
B: Yes, I was hoping to hear from you!
A: I'm calling to see if you are still interested in working for us.
B: Yes, very much so!
A: I'm glad to hear that. Ms. Sharp, we would like to offer you the PR position that ypu have applied for.
B: That's excellent news, Mr. Smith. I can't wait to start!
A: Tha's great to hear. We're also looking forward to having you here.
B: When do you need me to start?
A: How soon woud you be able to start? If I remember correctly, you are still employed at another company?
B: I have already sent my two weeks' note to my boss. I should be able to start from next Tuesday.
A: That sounds great. We will be expecting you on Tuesday at 8 am.
B: 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.
3) Situation
You receive a call from 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.
