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New Joiner 90-Day Plan

A new joiner 90-day plan sets goals for the first three months in 30-day blocks, linking learning, ownership and measurable impact to KPIs. It usually ends with the probation review, giving the manager a fair, documented basis for confirmation or extension.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

NEW JOINER 90-DAY PLAN

Employee Name:
[Employee Name]
Designation:
[Designation]
Reporting Manager:
[Reporting Manager]
Probation Ends:
[Date]

1. Goals by Phase

PhaseObjectiveKey ActionsMeasureStatus
Days 1–30: LearnUnderstand business, role and peopleInduction, KRA sign-off, stakeholder meetingsKRAs agreed; stakeholder map done[Status]
Days 31–60: ContributeOwn core responsibilitiesHandover completed; regular work deliveredIndependent on core tasks[Status]
Days 61–90: Lead / ImpactDeliver measurable results[Project or target]KPIs below met[Status]

2. Key Performance Indicators

KPIBaselineTarget by Day 90Actual
[KPI 1][Baseline][Target][Actual]
[KPI 2][Baseline][Target][Actual]
[KPI 3][Baseline][Target][Actual]

3. Stakeholder Map

StakeholderWhy They MatterRelationship Goal
[Name / Team][Reason][Goal]
[Name / Team][Reason][Goal]
[Name / Team][Reason][Goal]

4. Risks and Support

Risks to achieving goals
Support agreed from manager / HR

5. Monthly Review Notes

Day 30 notes
Day 60 notes
Day 90 notes

6. End-of-Probation Recommendation

  • Confirm in service from [Date]
  • Extend probation to [Date] with improvement plan
  • Other action as per policy (HR to advise)
Employee
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]
Recommended by
[Reporting Manager]
Date: [Date]
Verified by
[HR Name]
HR Department, [Company Name]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Three phases: learn, contribute, lead
  • KPIs with baseline and target
  • Stakeholder map with relationship goals
  • Risks and support needed
  • Monthly review notes
  • End-of-probation recommendation (confirm, extend or other)

When to use it

  • For hires on a three-month probation
  • For managers and senior hires expected to show impact by day 90
  • When the company wants a standard 30-60-90 framework
  • When an interview presentation of a 90-day plan should become the real plan

How to customise this template

  1. 1Pull KPIs from the job description and KRAs
  2. 2Adjust the timeline to your probation period
  3. 3For managers, add team-building goals
  4. 4Attach the day-30 and day-60 review notes

HR tips

  • Agree the plan in writing in week one
  • Use baselines so targets are fair
  • Document support and feedback each month
  • Make the confirmation decision on time based on the plan

This template is a starting point for performance planning; probation outcomes should follow the appointment letter, company policy and a fair review process. Review it against applicable labour laws, state rules, your company's standing orders and policies, and with a legal adviser where needed.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a 30-60-90 day plan?+

It is a plan that sets goals for the first 30, 60 and 90 days in a new job, moving from learning to contributing to leading or delivering measurable results.

Is the 90-day plan linked to probation?+

Often yes. Where probation is three months, the day-90 review provides evidence for confirmation or extension.

What if goals are not met by day 90?+

Discuss the reasons, consider support provided, and decide fairly whether to extend probation with a clear plan or take another decision as per policy.