3 months notice period resignation letters(5 samples)
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This blog post will show you samples of “Three months notice resignation letters.”
Writing an “Three months notice resignation letter.”
When writing an “Three months notice resignation letter,” these are some of the things that you need to keep in mind.
- The first step is to tell your employer about leaving the job and the final work date. Keep it short as the essential part of the letter is the Last Date of your work.
- Indicate the reason you are leaving your job. It would be best to be polite as you will leave a positive impression on your employer. Maintain your composure when drafting the letter.
- Finally, thank your employer for the position and the opportunities you have enjoyed during your work period.
- Ensure you proofread your letter before sending it to your employer. You can send the letter to your family and friend to check for grammatical errors.
Sample 1:
“ Joe Smythe
Address
City, State Zip Code
Phone Number
Date
Frank Short
Director
Goldco, Inc.
Address
City, State Zip Code
Dear Frank,
I am writing to inform you of my decision to resign from Goldco, Inc. effective March 1. I have greatly enjoyed working for you for the past five years. I feel that I have learned a lot, and grown professionally during my time in your employ. I appreciate the opportunity to have worked with such a great group of people.
Please feel free to contact me with any questions about the projects I have been working on. In the coming months before March 1, I am happy to help in any way with the transition process.
Thank you for your understanding of my decision to leave the company, and all your support over the years. I wish you all the best for your continued success.
Respectfully,
Handwritten Signature (hard copy letter)
Joe Smythe”
Sample 2:
“Your Name
Your Address
Your City, State Zip Code
Your Phone Number
Your Email
Date
Contact Name
Job Title
Company Name
Address
City, State Zip Code
Dear Mr./Ms. Lastname:
I am writing to announce my resignation from Truly and White, effective two months from today. I will always cherish my time here, and I’ve enjoyed working with you and the entire management team. However, this past week I was offered an opportunity to accept the job of my dreams.
Thank you for the opportunities you gave me at Truly and White. I learned so much while I was here, and I hope I have provided value to the company as well. I will be happy to assist with training a replacement and do anything else you might need to ensure a seamless transition.
Sincerely,
Your Signature (hard copy letter)
Typed Name”
Sample 3:
“Mr Brown
Managing Director
Company Services Pty Ltd
1 Company Street
Sydney NSW 2000
18th September 2019
Dear [Manager’s Name],
I am writing this letter to inform you that I am resigning from my position as Operations Manager at [Company Name] Pty Ltd.
As per my contract of employment, I am giving you three months’ notice, and my final day of employment with the company will be on the 16th October 2019.
I am leaving to pursue a career as a personal trainer as this has always been an ambition of mine.
I will ensure that all my work is completed and/or in a position to be handed over to ensure a smooth transition period. Please also note that I am prepared to assist with recruiting for and training my replacement prior to my leaving.
I would like to take this time to thank you for the opportunity to work for [Company Name] and wish you and the company all the best.
Should you require anything further, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
John Smith
2 Home Road
Sydney NSW 2000”
Sample 4:
“Mr Brown
Managing Director
Company Services Pty Ltd
1 Company Street
Sydney NSW 2000
16th July 2019
Dear [Manager’s Name],
It is with regret that I am writing to you to offer my resignation from my position as [Job Title] at [Company Name] Pty Ltd, with my last day of employment being 16th October 2019 in accordance with the notice period in my contract of employment.
I am relocating to Melbourne with my family, and in the absence of an internal transfer, I will be seeking employment in a similar role when we arrive. It would be greatly appreciated if you would provide me with a written reference to assist me with my transition.
Please also note that I am prepared to assist with recruiting for and training my replacement prior to my leaving, and will ensure that all my work is completed and/or in a position to be handed over to ensure a smooth transition period.
I would like to take this time to thank you for the opportunity to work for Company Services and wish you and the company all the best.
Should you require anything further, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
John Smith
2 Home Road
Sydney NSW 2000”
Sample 5:
“Mr Brown
Managing Director
Company Services Pty Ltd
1 Company Street
Sydney NSW 2000
18th September 2019
Dear [Manager’s Name],
Please accept this letter as formal notification that I will be resigning from my position of [Job Title] at [Company Name] Pty Ltd to pursue full-time studies at university.
In accordance with my employment contract, I am giving three months’ notice and my last day of employment will be 16th October 2019.
I would like to take this time to thank you for the opportunity to work for [Company Name], and wish you and the company all the best.
Should you require anything further, please do not hesitate to contact me.
Yours sincerely,
John Smith”
Frequently Asked Questions:
Can I walk out of my job?
No, you can’t walk out of your job. You are considered to be in breach of contract if you don’t serve the notice period that you need to finish before leaving your job.
How do I resign from my toxic job?
You can resign from your toxic job by speaking to a lawyer, talk to HR, take notes on your legal ramifications, be honest and candid about your resignation, don’t touch anything confidential, give 100 per cent until the end, and learn from this kind of experience and move forward.
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Citations
3 Month Notice Period: A Guide for Employers