Resignation letter template

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A resignation letter needs three things: that you are resigning, your notice period and your last day. A reason is optional.

[Date]

[Manager's name]
[Company]

Dear [Manager's name],

Resignation from the position of [job title]

Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation from my position as [job title] at [company]. In line with my notice period of [1 month], my last day of work will be [day, date].

I will hand over my work before I leave and help to brief whoever takes it on.

Thank you for the opportunities I have had during my time at [company].

Yours sincerely,
[Your name]

Short email version

Subject: Resignation – [Your name], [job title]

Dear [Manager's name],

I am writing to give notice of my resignation from my position as [job title]. In line with my notice period of [1 month], my last day of work will be [day, date].

I will hand over my work before I leave. Thank you for your support during my time at [company].

Regards,
[Your name]

Before you send it

• Check your contract for the notice period. If it says nothing, the minimum depends on your length of service; see the notice period calculator.
• Put it in writing: MOM requires notice to be in writing. An email counts.
• Notice starts on the day you give it, and weekends and public holidays count.
• Keep a copy of what you sent and when.
• Using leave to shorten notice needs your employer's agreement. You are paid up to your new last day.

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