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Temporary Assignment Letter

A temporary assignment letter deputes an employee to another branch, plant, warehouse or unit for a fixed short period, after which they return to their original posting. It covers the reporting arrangement, travel and accommodation, daily allowance and the return date.

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[Company Logo][Company Name]

TEMPORARY ASSIGNMENT LETTER

Ref. No.:
[Reference Number]
Date:
[Date]

To,
[Employee Name]
[Designation], [Department]
Employee ID: [Employee ID]
[Work Location]

Subject: Temporary Assignment to [Temporary Location]

Dear [Employee Name],

To meet the requirement of [reason, e.g. the opening of our new branch / the annual maintenance shutdown] at [Temporary Location], you are temporarily assigned to that location from [Start Date] to [Return Date]. You will resume duty at your present posting, [Work Location], on [Resumption Date].

The terms of this temporary assignment are as follows:

  1. Reporting: During the assignment you will report to [Host Manager], [Host Designation], who will assign work, approve attendance and sanction leave, with intimation to [Reporting Manager].
  2. Travel: Onward and return travel by [Mode and Class, e.g. AC 3-tier rail / economy air] will be arranged or reimbursed as per the travel policy.
  3. Accommodation: [Company-arranged accommodation at Address / reimbursement up to ₹ Amount per night against bills].
  4. Daily Allowance: ₹[Amount] per day for each day spent at the temporary location, payable with your expense claim.
  5. Advance: A travel advance of ₹[Amount] may be drawn from accounts and settled within [Number] days of return.
  6. Site Rules: You will follow the safety, security and conduct rules of the host location, including [safety induction / PPE / gate pass] requirements.

Your designation, CTC and all other terms of employment remain unchanged, and your regular posting continues to be [Work Location]. Any extension of this assignment will be made only in writing after discussion with you.

Please acknowledge receipt by signing the duplicate copy of this letter.

Yours sincerely,

For [Company Name]
[Authorised Signatory]
[Designation]
Acknowledged by
[Employee Name]
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • Temporary location and host reporting manager
  • Fixed start and return dates
  • Travel mode and class as per policy
  • Accommodation arrangement and daily allowance in ₹
  • Attendance and leave approval during the period
  • Confirmation that the original posting is retained

When to use it

  • A new branch opening needs experienced staff for the first few weeks
  • A plant shutdown or audit requires extra hands from another unit
  • Peak season at a warehouse needs temporary support from other locations
  • An employee covers a colleague's absence at a different office

How to customise this template

  1. 1Align travel class and daily allowance with your travel policy grade-wise
  2. 2State whether the company books accommodation or reimburses it
  3. 3Add plant safety induction or PPE requirements for factory deputations
  4. 4Mention advance amount if a travel advance is given

HR tips

  • Get the employee's consent for longer or out-of-state assignments
  • Settle expense claims promptly after return
  • Make sure attendance is captured at the host location for payroll
  • Avoid repeated back-to-back temporary assignments that amount to a transfer

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Frequently asked questions

What is the difference between a temporary assignment and a transfer?+

A temporary assignment is for a fixed short period and the employee returns to the original posting. A transfer changes the employee's regular place of work.

Is daily allowance paid on a temporary assignment?+

Most companies pay a daily or per diem allowance and travel costs as per their travel policy. The amount and rules should be written in the letter.

Who approves leave during a temporary assignment?+

Usually the host manager approves day-to-day leave, with intimation to the home manager. The letter should say this clearly.