How do you write a letter of resignation to your boss?

Question

How do you write a letter of resignation saying you have a better job in a different country?

Answer 1

Pick a style here :-)

http://uk.search.yahoo.com/search?fr=ybr_bt&y=y&p=resignation%20letters

Answer 2

Keep it brief, simple and professional. Use a standard business format with the company name, address, date, etc on the header. I would open with a thank you for everything you've learned/gained at this company and just transition to the fact that you have a better opportunity on hand. Then officially submit your resignation and define the terms: date, flexibility, etc. Close with the fact that you're happy to help with the transition and getting the next person on board, a final thank you with a sincere closing and signature.

No reason to ever burn bridges except out of immaturity and inexperience. It's a small world and you never know who you'll run into again. This document will be held at HR as formal records so just keep it simple and succinct. I would discuss any further details and reasons why, off the record and in person with your boss. Who knows, they might even make a counter-offer?

Good luck, it's not much fun!

Answer 3

Ok - you already gave notice - in writing? Provided that you gave notice in writing then you already resigned. The End. On the other hand, if you gave notice verbally, your boss may want a hard copy of that statement for the purpose of ensuring no misunderstanding took place. That would be fair. I would always recommend a written resignation - make it brief and to the point - stating when your last day of employment will be. Then nobody gets it wrong.

Answer 4

Be respectful, so you don't burn any bridges. And be sure to include the number of unpaid vacation days you have accrued, and any other terms you'd like (i.e. if you are due bonus, etc). Something like. More than anything, you need to make sure you document what your company owes you instead of where you're going. I wouldn't put where you're going in the letter - your boss will ask where you're going when (s)he sees the letter, and you can reply - but the letter becomes official company property and can be used against you in any future lawsuits, so the less you write about where you're going, and the more you write about what they owe you, the better.

Answer 5

The key is to leave on a good note. Always make sure the letter is formal and keep it very brief and simple. There is no need to mention why you are leaving in the letter, but you can add a line saying how much you enjoyed your time there. All it needs is a date and a signature. Good luck!

Answer 6

There is a website where you can see resignation letter templates. The website is devoted to resigning and is very informative.

Answer 7

Go this website http://jobsearchtech.about.com/od/letters/l/aa030998.htm which has paragraphs and links all about dealing with that difficult task.

To quote from a section: "In its simplest form, you just date your letter of resignation, say when and what you're resigning, sign it, hand it over, and that's it. Five minutes, and you're done."

Hope that helps. Good luck.

Answer 8

I cheated, i searched the Internet for resignation letters and altered it appropriately. It sounded really professional.

Answer 9

It's a courtesy...

I regret to inform you that I have decided to terminate my employment with you, effective Month/Day/Year.

It has been a pleasure working with you, and I appreciate the opportunities I have had within the organization.

Thank you


In the US, the standard is 2 weeks notice, but it's a courtesy. It's one of those thing where if you want a reference (personal or professional), you don't screw them on the way out the door.

Answer 10

Your address in the top right corner, their's in the left, the date, and then...

Dear (Name)

I regret to inform you of my decision to withdraw from my current post of (whatever your job title is), and offer you a notice period of (however many weeks notice you give) from the date of this letter.

As you may be aware, I have recently been offered the opportunity to relocate to (country you're going to) in the post of (whatever your new job is), and have chosen to accept this challenging new role.

Thank you for your support during the last (however many years you've worked there) years with (the company), and may I wish you the best of luck for the future.

Yours sincerely

(Your name)

Answer 11

don't really put it like your question. make it proffessional and to the point but definatly not mean. just say you have found something that you think suits you better and yu wish them luck in what they do. or you could just say that you are moving to a different country and not even mention another job. either way br nice about it.