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New Joiner 60-Day Plan

A new joiner 60-day plan covers the first two months in two phases: learning in month one and taking ownership of regular work in month two. It ends with a day-60 review that tests whether the employee is working independently on core tasks.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

NEW JOINER 60-DAY PLAN

Employee Name:
[Employee Name]
Designation:
[Designation]
Reporting Manager:
[Reporting Manager]
Plan Period:
[Date of Joining] to [Date]

Phase 1 (Days 1–30): Learn and Observe

GoalActionsMeasureStatus
Understand role, team and KRAsInduction, KRA discussion, process walkthroughsKRAs signed off[Status]
Learn tools and systemsHands-on training on [Tools]Can use tools without help[Status]
Build relationshipsMeet internal and external stakeholdersStakeholder list completed[Status]

Phase 2 (Days 31–60): Own and Deliver

GoalActionsMeasureStatus
Take ownership of [portfolio / accounts / process]Formal handover from [Name]Handling independently by day 45[Status]
Deliver month-two target[Specific task or target][Number / quality measure][Status]
Suggest one improvementIdentify a process gap with a fresh eyeWritten suggestion shared with manager[Status]
Complete role training[Training name]Completion certificate[Status]

Support Needed from Manager

Resources / access needed
Training or coaching needed
Regular 1:1 frequency

Day-60 Review

Phase 1 summary
Phase 2 results against measures
Rating (Exceeding / On track / Needs improvement)
Priorities for days 61–90
Employee
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
Reviewed by
[Reporting Manager]
Date: [Date]
Verified by
[HR Name]
HR Department, [Company Name]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Two phases with distinct objectives
  • Gradual handover of independent responsibilities
  • Measurable targets for month two
  • One process improvement suggestion, which shows fresh perspective
  • Support needed from the manager
  • Day-60 review with a clear rating

When to use it

  • For roles that need about two months to become productive
  • When the first-month plan is done and the next phase needs structure
  • For mid-level hires taking over an existing portfolio
  • For probation periods of three months that need a mid-point check

How to customise this template

  1. 1Use the day-30 review to finalise month-two targets
  2. 2Set numerical targets for sales or operations roles
  3. 3List the portfolio or accounts being handed over
  4. 4Align the day-60 review with your probation review form

HR tips

  • Move from shadowing to doing by week five
  • Agree targets that are realistic for a new person
  • Record support provided, not just results
  • Raise concerns at day 60, not at the end of probation

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Frequently asked questions

What is a 60-day plan for a new job?+

It is a two-month plan that moves the new employee from learning to independently handling core responsibilities, with agreed goals and a review at day 60.

How is a 60-day plan different from a 30-day plan?+

The 30-day plan focuses on learning and relationships; the 60-day plan adds ownership of regular work and measurable output.

What happens at the day-60 review?+

The manager and employee review progress against goals, agree support needed and set priorities for the following month.