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Making job offers

A guide to the legal and practical considerations when making job offers, including conditional and unconditional offers, discrimination risks and employer obligations.

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By Lilia Dangi, Brightmine Legal Editor

This guide outlines the key legal and practical considerations for making job offers, including the distinction between conditional and unconditional offers, the need for non-discriminatory practices and related employer obligations.

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  • Conditional offers
  • Unconditional offers
  • Prohibition against discrimination in job offers
  • Pre-employment medical checks
    • Data protection
    • Access to medical reports
    • Medical examinations and human rights implications
  • Checking references and qualifications
  • Checking right to work in the UK
  • Probationary periods
  • Future developments

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Updated to reflect that the Employment Rights Bill received Royal Assent on 18 December 2025.

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About the author

Lilia Dangi
Legal Editor, Brightmine

Lilia joined the Employment Law and Compliance team as a Legal Editor in March 2025.

Lilia has over 10 years’ experience in HR, with a strong background in employment law, compliance, and governance. She has worked across major organisations including Deloitte, Santander, and Unilever, advising on complex employee relations matters, immigration and change management.

Lilia also brings experience as a CIPD tutor, delivering modules on employment law and workforce planning. She holds a Law degree, a Law Masters in Corporate Governance, and is a certified Company Secretary and CIPD Associate.

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