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Onboarding Document Checklist

Complete checklist of documents needed for employee onboarding — from offer letters to tax forms and policy acknowledgments.

Pre-Start Documents

Send and collect signed offer letter or employment agreementDistribute and collect signed NDA and IP assignment agreementComplete background check authorization and verificationSend welcome packet with first-day logistics and contacts

Tax & Legal Forms

Collect completed W-4 (federal tax withholding) formCollect state tax withholding form if applicableComplete I-9 employment eligibility verification (within 3 days)Process direct deposit authorization formCollect emergency contact information

Benefits Enrollment

Distribute benefits enrollment guide and plan summariesSet deadline for health insurance enrollment (within 30 days)Process 401(k) or retirement plan enrollmentEnroll in life insurance and disability coverage if offeredSet up FSA or HSA elections if applicable

Policy Acknowledgments

Collect signed employee handbook acknowledgmentProcess acceptable use policy acknowledgmentCollect signed anti-harassment policy acknowledgmentDocument completion of mandatory compliance training

Systems & Access

Create email account and corporate directory entryProvision access to required software and internal toolsIssue building access credentials and parking assignmentSchedule orientation meetings with team and key stakeholdersAssign onboarding buddy or mentor

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