Time between verbal offer and offer letter?

Hi there,

First of all, congratulations on the offer!

I would be happy to share my thoughts on your questions:

• First of all, yes, an offer is an offer, and the written offer letter is just a formality.
• Moreover, please simply wait until you receive the offer letter. In case you haven’t received it after two weeks, please reach out to the recruiter because it might have gotten lost.
• Lastly, offer letters and employment contracts are highly standardized. Nonetheless, you should thoroughly read it.

If you would like a more detailed discussion on your specific situation, please don't hesitate to contact me directly.

Best,

Hagen

Hi there,

Congrats on the offer! :-)

• Yes, it's just an admin task to prepare and send it out
• It can be anywhere from the same day up to 2 weeks (the summer season is the holiday season - keep that in mind)
• Can be both
• Nothing really - contracts are highly standardized

All the best,

Florian

Congrats! dont worry, you will get it. You can expect up to 2 weeks

Hi,

Congrats on the offer! Here are my answers to your questions:

• Is the offer letter guaranteed after a verbal offer?
  • Yes, the verbal offer only comes after the firm has formally decided to extend you an offer
• What is the typical waiting time to receive the offer letter?
  • Depends on HR and their process, but at BCG it is typically within a week or faster based on my experience
• Does HR usually send the offer letter directly, or do they schedule a call to discuss specific clauses?
  • Letters are sent via email, with the offer for a call should there be any clarifications needed
• Are there any particular details in the offer letter I should pay close attention to?
  • If there was some uncertainty earlier on the tenure or level you are coming in at, I would check to see what they are offering you. Otherwise I don't think there is anything else that you need to change or negotiate

Congrats again and enjoy the journey!