Welcome!
Thank you for choosing Alight as your employer.
Let's get started on what to expect next.
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But first...Celebrate your new role!
To celebrate, we would love for you to connect with your recruiter (if we are not already connected) and share the news on LinkedIn by using the photo to the left (right click and save) with your excitement for accepting your future role. Make sure to use #BeAlight so we can celebrate with you too!

Our Hiring Process

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Step 1: 
Accept your offer and acknowledge other hire documents.

  • You will receive an email from “alight@myworkday.com", the subject of the email is “Congratulations!  Your Offer Documents for Employment with Alight are Awaiting your Action”.  
  • Please log in to your Alight Workday Inbox and navigate to "Candidate Home" and Sign In (upper right corner)
      Please note:
  • If you don’t remember the password you used when you applied to the role and/or created a Workday account, please click “Forgot Password”, DO NOT create a new account. If you are unable to log into your Workday account, please contact your recruiter immediately.
  • If you did not previously create a Workday account when you applied, you will have a separate email with the subject: “Create an account for your recent application” from alight@myworkday.com. You must create an account to view your offer documents.  If you can't find this email or are having issues, please contact your recruiter.
​​Navigate to "My Tasks" and click the Review button
Review all 3 documents:
  • Guidelines Regarding Ethical Conduct 
  • Your Offer Letter (be sure to download and save a copy for your records)
  • NSA – Non-Solicitation Agreement 

Once you have reviewed the documents, check the three “I Agree” boxes and click "Submit".
When you see the green checkmark and "Thank you!", you have completed this step.
Step 2:
Begin the background check process

Your offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check administered by our vendor, HireRight.   Please note that your background information must be submitted within 48 hours of receiving the HireRight email (see below).  

Here’s what to expect next:
  • Within 24 business hours of accepting your offer documents you will receive an email from HireRight (noreply@hireright.com) - check your SPAM/Junk folder too.
  • Follow the link in the email to login to HireRight’s secure website immediately.
  • Complete all requested information promptly. You MUST complete and submit your information within 48 hours of receiving the email from HireRight. You will be unable to submit your information after the 48-hour deadline which may delay your start date. 
  • Be sure to use a physical address, and not a PO box.

If you receive a call or email from a HireRight representative (customerservice@hireright.com) or a member of Alight’s Human Resources team (gpo@alight.com) during the verification process, please return the call or email as soon as possible to avoid delaying the verification process.
Step 3:
Request for additional information

  • You will receive an email from alight@myworkday.com with the subject “Request for Additional Information”. 
  • Please login to your Alight Workday Account and enter your identifying personal information. This information is required for payroll, benefits, etc.  
  • Please complete this information within 24 hours of receiving the email.
  • Click on the "Start" button to begin
  • Click on the "Add" button under National ID
  • Complete all the fields that are required fields marked with a *:
    • National ID (which is most commonly your Social Security Number or other similar US Individual Taxpayer Identificaion Number (ITIN)).
    • Do not add a Government ID.
*Note - Only the National ID is required.  A passport or other identifying number is NOT needed.

  • Click "OK" at the bottom
Back at the My Tasks screen,
  • Click the "Start" button
  • ​​​​​​Complete all the required fields marked with an *
  • Click "Submit"
Step 4:
Complete your I-9 Process

To comply with federal law, you are required to complete a two-step "I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification" form prior to your start date. Please note that your employment with Alight will not begin until this process is complete.

The Form I-9 process involves two simple steps.
 
  1. Confirm your personal information online (this step should take less than five minutes to complete).
  2. Complete a virtual verification via video call (detailed instructions will be provided).
 
Note: Please have your acceptable documents physically present with you at the time of the virtual verification (ex: driver’s license, Social Security care, passport, etc.)

If you have question about the process or if you do not receive the Alight I-9 Employment Eligibility Verification form prior to your start date, please contact AlightHRCompliance@alight.com.

What's next?

Prepare for your first day at Alight
  • Your aligned manager will email you prior to your start date to provide information on what you can expect during your first week.
  • You will participate in an orientation session. Orientation sessions are held virtually on Tuesdays once per month at 8:00 am CST. If you're unable to attend your scheduled session, please plan to join the next available date. A recording can be requested through your manager. 
  • Within 24-48 hours of starting your new role, watch for an email from Alight with instructions on accessing our internal portal. Please take a moment to complete the assigned forms and complete all tasks.
Alight equipment
  • You will receive your Alight laptop on your first day. The shipment will be scheduled to arrive before 12PM (CST).  This time is only an estimate. 
  • You will receive a second package that contains log-in instructions and temporary passwords. 
  • If you do not receive your packages in a timely manner, please contact your manager. 

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Benefits Overview

Alight is committed to helping colleagues thrive! We provide a comprehensive benefits package to support your health, wealth and wellbeing. 

You are eligible to enroll in our benefits programs on day one of your employment with Alight. 
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401k Retirement Plan

Alight recognizes the importance of long-term planning. The Alight Solutions LLC 401(k) Plan is the primary means by which the Company helps provide for your retirement and other long-term financial goals for U.S. based colleagues. Through a combination of your savings, company contributions, and investment results, you can build security for your future.     
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Company holidays

In the US, there are nine paid company holidays annually:

  • New Year's Day
  • MLK Day
  • Memorial Day
  • Global Service Day/Juneteenth
  • Independence Day
  • Labor Day
  • Thanksgiving Day
  • Friday after Thanksgiving
  • Christmas Day
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Paid time off

We recognize the importance of taking a break from your routine in order to perform at your best. That is why we provide PTO and Sick days.

You are encouraged and expected to take PTO time you accrue in a given calendar year during the year in which you accrue it, whether it be to rest, recharge, travel, be with family and friends, or pursue other interests.

Refer to your offer letter for your specific PTO allotments.

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Pay cycle

Exempt Roles are paid on the 15th and the last day of each month.  If either fall on a weekend or holiday you will be paid on the last workday before the scheduled payday.

Non-Exempt Roles overtime eligible for hours worked in excess of 40 per week (based on manager approval), or as otherwise required by applicable law.  Payroll is processed on a bi-weekly basis with paydays on Fridays. 

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Diversity, Equity & Inclusion

At Alight, we believe that belonging helps people do their best work. We are committed to building a culture where colleagues with different backgrounds, experiences, perspectives, and ideas feel welcomed, respected, and supported. By fostering an inclusive environment, we strengthen our teams, spark innovation, and better serve the people and organizations who rely on us.

We bring this commitment to life through opportunities for connection, growth, and shared learning. Our Colleague Led Communities create spaces for colleagues to build relationships, celebrate experiences, and support one another across Alight. We also offer mentoring opportunities that empower colleagues to learn from others, share their expertise, and continue developing their careers.

A sense of mutual respect and mindfulness permeates our culture-in fact, it’s the key to our success.

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