How to Write a New Job Announcement on LinkedIn (with Instructions & Examples)

Announcing on LinkedIn that you’ve just landed a new job is a great way to share your excitement about starting a new chapter in your life while keeping your professional network up-to-date on your latest career changes.

What to say in your new job announcement

Your announcement should focus on the positive aspects of your last job, and why you’re excited to join your new company.

If you don’t have anything good to say about your current workplace, either focus on useful skills you’ve picked up and learning experiences you’ve had while working there, or don’t mention it at all.

A good job announcement contains:

• Name of the company you’ll be joining
• Your new title
• An explanation of what the new position is

Optional extras to consider adding to your job announcement:

• An expression of thanks to your former manager, employer, or team
• A reflection on what you learned in your previous role
• A story of a memorable project/experience
• Shoutouts to colleagues who’ve supported you throughout your career
• A focus on the future and what you hope to achieve
• Media: a selfie at the new offices, a group photo of the team you worked with, or the logo of the company you are about to join

How to post your new job announcement

To share the news that you’re changing jobs, turn on notifications to send an automatic message to everyone in your LinkedIn network by following these steps:

1. Press the plus sign at the top of the experience section of your profile

2. Click “Add position” and fill in the details of your new role

3. Update your settings so that your network will be notified of important changes to your profile

After you’ve updated your notification settings and added your new position to your profile, it’s time to upload your announcement post. This process involves two steps:

1. Click “Start a post” at the top of your feed

2. Write your announcement

You can choose whether you want anyone on LinkedIn to be able to see your post, or if you only want to share your new job announcement with people in your network.

When to announce your new job on LinkedIn

Time your new job announcement correctly to avoid getting in trouble with both your current and future employer:

Announce your job change:

• After you’ve signed your new contract, informed your current employer that you’re leaving the company, and sent a goodbye email to your coworkers
• Or on your first day or in the first week of starting, so you have a bit more information about the office and their new colleagues.

How to announce a promotion on LinkedIn

When you announce a promotion on LinkedIn, it’s better to add your new role as a new entry in your work experience section rather than update your current role. This gives a more accurate reflection of your work history.

Include the following information in your promotion announcement post:

• Your new title
• A thank you to colleagues who supported you in the past
• What your new position entails

New job announcement examples

Here are three good examples of job announcements that you can adjust to fit your specific circumstances:

In this example, the candidate focuses on expressing thanks and is appreciative of their previous employer and colleagues who supported them during their time there.

In this example, the writer focuses on showing appreciation for the team they worked with over the last few years, which emphasizes the strong connections they made with colleagues at work.

This candidate has written a future-focused new job announcement that shows hope and excitement.

Frequently asked questions about announcing a new job on social media

Below are answers to some common questions to help guide your announcement.

Should I write a social media post when I get a new job?

Yes! Sharing a new job shows your professional growth, builds connections, and keeps your network informed. It also boosts your visibility as an experienced professional.

What’s the best new job announcement?

A great announcement is short, positive, and includes gratitude for your previous company while expressing excitement for your new role.

What’s a creative way to announce a new job post?

One of the best ways of getting anyone to engage with your announcement is to use storytelling—share a brief reflection on your career journey, a meaningful moment, or how this new role aligns with your passions or goals.

Can I use photos when announcing a new job on social media?

Yes, including photos can make your announcement more engaging.

A professional headshot, a team photo from your previous job, or a picture of your new workplace adds a personal touch and can capture more attention from your network.