It’s a chance to start the relationship well: share a little about yourself, express openness, and offer help in getting them up to speed.
How to write it
- Keep it professional and positive.
- Offer to help them get up to speed.
- Avoid comparing them to the previous manager.
From an individual
Welcome to the team! I look after customer onboarding — happy to walk you through it whenever suits.
Welcome! Looking forward to working with you and learning from your experience.
Great to have you leading us. Let me know how I can help you settle in.
Welcome aboard! I’m excited about where the team can go next.
Welcome — I’m here if you need context on any of our projects.
From the team
Welcome from all of us! We’re a curious, friendly bunch and we’re glad you’re here.
Welcome to the team — we’re looking forward to working with you.
A warm welcome from your new team. We’re excited for this next chapter.
Welcome! We’ve heard great things and can’t wait to get started.
Friendly and light
Welcome! We’ll show you where the good coffee is if you promise short meetings.
Welcome aboard! Brace yourself for our Slack emoji culture.
Welcome! You’ve inherited a great team. We might be biased.
Welcome — we’ve tidied up the shared drive in your honour. Mostly.
Short welcomes
Welcome to the team!
Delighted to have you with us.
Welcome aboard — excited to work together.
Great to have you here!
What to avoid
- Mentioning the previous manager or team problems.
- Asking for changes in the welcome message.
Organising the whole card? Our welcome card guide covers timing and who to invite.