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25 Best Welcome to the Team Messages for New Employees

Ally Patterson

Welcoming a new member to your team is an exciting time for all. It allows for a fresh approach to the working environment by onboarding a new key player to your team. Sending a quick email or message to the new hire gives you a chance to introduce yourself, connect with them and send encouragement as they begin their new role.

Finding the right words to say to a new employee can feel like a challenge, especially when you haven’t gotten to know them yet. We’ve got 25 messages to help you start your correspondence off on the right foot!

Offer insight and extend your knowledge

If you play a leadership role, offer yourself as a guide and helpful resource. It’s a great way to help a new employee feel welcomed.

  • Welcome, [name]! As you start this new role, know that we are all here to support you in any way we can. We are so excited to have you as a part of the team and can’t wait to see all the great things you do!
  • Congratulations on beginning this role! We know great things are in your future, it’s just one of the many reasons you were hired. We hope you always ask questions, try new things and make mistakes along the way; it’s the best way to learn and grow!
  • Welcome to the team! We’re excited to see you step into this new position. Please don’t hesitate to reach out at any time, I’d be happy to connect regarding any questions or insights about this position or the company.
  • Congratulations on this step in your career! We are so excited to have you onboard and look forward to all that is to come for you. I remember being new on the team and would be happy to connect about adjusting to this position and help answer any questions you may have, reach out at any time!
  • Welcome, [name]! I wanted to reach out and let you know how excited I am that you’ve joined our team! If you ever have any questions or need support on a project, know that I am always a call or chat away.

Get to know them better

Everyone has a story to share. Be willing to take the extra time to connect personally and professionally with someone newly hired. This will help to build a better working relationship.

  • Welcome, [name]! We are all so proud to have you as a part of our team and look forward to getting to know you better. We know you will thrive as you learn and grow in the years to come!
  • Welcome to the team! We’re thrilled you chose to join us and can’t wait to see what you accomplish with your unique ideas, abilities and positive attitude!
  • Welcome, [name]! We are so excited to have you onboard and will set up a time for us all to meet as a team soon. We can’t wait to learn more about you and your ideas for this role!
  • We’re thrilled to have you with us! As an applicant, you stood apart with your vast experience, unique skills and innovative ideas; all of which we know will help our team grow! We look forward to getting to know you better as you begin this journey.
  • Congratulations and welcome, [name]! We are so excited you have you as a part of our team and look forward to seeing how you positively impact our work.

Inspire and empower

You don’t want to intimidate people with overly high expectations. However, there’s nothing wrong with positive words that welcome talented individuals into the company. Let them know you are excited to work together and to see all the ways that they will help the team.

  • Excited to welcome you to the team! We believe you will do great things in this role and hope you always feel comfortable sharing your thoughts and ideas with everyone.
  • Welcome, [name]! We know you are going to accomplish amazing things in this role and are excited to watch all that you achieve.
  • Welcome and congratulations, [name]! You were chosen because we truly believe you will have great success in this role. We look forward to seeing the work you accomplish and supporting you in any way we can along your journey!
  • Best wishes on your first day, [name]! We can’t wait to see you take this role to new heights and offer a fresh perspective to the team. Always feel free to share your thoughts and push us to be a better and more innovative company.
  • Welcome and congratulations, [name]! We’re confident that you will exceed expectations in this role and look forward to working alongside you as a team. Please ask for help in any areas you need it. We know you will be there to support others in the same way soon!

Lend a helping hand

Good culture is always fostered when people are willing to help one another. It creates a shared spirit of working together for a common cause. Extending offers for help can become something that his reciprocated by them in the future.

  • Welcome, [name]! Happy to have you join the team and know you can always ask questions and we’ll be more than willing to help you moving forward. Excited to be alongside you as you embark on this new journey.
  • Warmest of welcomes, [name]! I look forward to collaborating with you in this role – always feel free to ask for help, all of us on the team are here for you!
  • Congratulations on this step in your career! We can’t wait to see all you accomplish and will be here for any support you need along the way. I’ll set up a meeting soon to answer any questions you may have during the training process.
  • Welcome to [company], [name]! We are all so excited to have you on board and are here to support you in any way we can. Please don’t hesitate to reach out!
  • Excited to have you join the team, [name]! Please know that we are all here to help you in any way we can and look forward to working more in depth together soon.

Keep it short and sweet

Don’t leave a welcome unspoken. Take a quick minute to engage someone that has recently been hired. It builds good culture and will make them feel good about their decision to join the team.

  • Welcome to the team! It’s so great to have you join us and I look forward to collaborating with you.
  • Hey, [name]! It’s great to have you join the team. I’m excited to see all you contribute to our group!
  • Welcome! We’re so enthusiastic to have you on board, and truly believe you will excel in this role.
  • Welcome to the [company] family, we’re so glad you chose to join our team. We are all so ecstatic to have you alongside us!
  • Congratulations on the new role! I’m so excited to work with you in this position and see all the incredible things you accomplish.

All of these sentiments are a great way to introduce yourself and extend a warm welcome to the newest member of your team. Making sure that you start your communication off strong is a vital component to building repour as you begin working together. By being welcoming and showing encouragement from the beginning it will only help to make your future interactions more productive.

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