Sample resignation letter before starting a job (5 examples)
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In this guide, we will see some “sample resignation letter before starting job”.
Sample resignation letter before starting a job
A sample resignation letter before starting a job could start as:
“Dear Mr./Mrs. (name)
Thank you for trusting me with the job position of (name of the role) in your reputed and well-respected company. As I informed you during my interview process, I was already taking part in another selection process as well and I decided to accept their offer of employment…”
It can happen that as a fresh college graduate you have been taking part in multiple selection processes and you have your top choice job options. You may have received a call from one of the choices and have signed your contract when you receive the call from one of your top prospects. Leaving may sound like your best option to pursue your top choice and quit the new job you haven’t started or just recently started.
In addition, it could also happen it was not what you expected or hoped it would be, or you have some personal circumstances that require you to leave earlier than expected. As embarrassing as it can make you feel, a bit tact and honesty can do the trick and make sure you give them at least a two weeks notice. Here are some examples of resignation letters before starting a new job you could use as a guide to write your own or simply use as templates.
Sample 1
Here is an example of a resignation letter before joining the company:
“[Date]
[Company Name]
[Company Address]
Att. [Name of Department Staff]
Dear Sir,
Thank you for trusting me for the post of [post name] in your reputed company.
As I informed you during the interview last month, I was taking part in other selection processes as well. Unfortunately last week I accepted the offer made to me by [company name], and on Monday joined them as a computer trainee. The post that you offered me is interesting but since I’ve already committed to them, at this time I would be an employee of [company name]. However, I would not rule out the possibility to again offer my candidature in the future.
I reiterate my appreciation for all your attention during the selection process and the satisfaction that I feel to have received a firm offer from you.
Yours sincerely,
[Your Name]”
From sampleresumetemplates.net.
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Sample 2
“Leonard Jones
123 Main Street
Anytown, CA 12345
555-555-5555
leonard.jones@email.com
September 1, 2018
Mark Lee
Director, Human Resources
LMN Inc.
123 Business Rd.
Business City, NY 54321
Dear Mr. Lee,
Please accept my resignation from my position, effective September 15, 2018. I was so pleased to begin my work here earlier last month at LMN Inc. However, a family emergency has come up and I, unfortunately, need to relocate immediately. As a result, I will be unable to fulfill my commitments here indefinitely.
Thank you so much for your patience and understanding during a personally tumultuous time. Please let me know if there is anything I can do to ease the transition in any way, as I want to make this as painless as possible for you.
My apologies for not being able to stay on the job. I do appreciate the opportunities provided me, and I hope to stay in touch in the future.
Sincerely,
Leonard Jones”
From thebalancecareers.com.
Sample 3
“Dear Mr./Ms. [your supervisor’s last name],
Please accept this as my formal resignation from XYZ Company. My last day will be [insert your final day of work], two weeks from today. I am grateful for all of your support during my time here and deeply appreciate all of the valuable experiences I have gained. It has been a sincere pleasure working with you and the team.
Please let me know how I can help during this transition and make it as smooth as possible. I wish you all the best.
Best wishes, and thank you for everything,
[insert your name]”
From Indeed.com.
Sample 4
“Roberta Jones
18 Hillside Road | Sometown, MA 55555 | Phone: 555-555-5555 | jones@somedomain.com
[Date]
Ms. Joyce Michaels
CEO
ABC Company
15 Main St.
Sometown, MA 55555
Dear Joyce,
Please accept this letter as notice of my resignation from my position as a staff accountant. My last day of employment will be [date].
I received an offer to serve as a senior accountant of a Fortune 500 company, and after careful consideration, I realize that this opportunity is too exciting for me to decline.
It has been a pleasure working with you and your team over the last three years. One of the highlights of my career was collaborating with you to automate ABC Company’s accounting, financial, and balance systems and setting up your accounting infrastructure. Your company is poised for continued growth and I wish you much success with your upcoming acquisition of XYZ Company.
I would like to help with the transition of my accounting duties so that systems continue to function smoothly after my departure. I am available to help recruit and train my replacement, and I will make certain that all reporting and records are updated before my last day of work.
Joyce, thank you again for the opportunity to work for ABC Company. I wish you and your staff all the best and I look forward to staying in touch with you. You can email me anytime at jones@somedomain.com or call me at 555-555-5555.
Sincerely,
Roberta Jones”
Example from Monster.com.
Sample 5
“Dear Mr. Don Cohen,
Please accept this letter as formal notification that I am resigning from my position as Account Executive with Marketing Media. My last day will be Thursday, March 2.
Thank you so much for the opportunity to work in this position for the past six years. I’ve greatly enjoyed and appreciated the opportunities I’ve had to grow our sales team and pipeline, be a part of creating a great product, and work with my fellow colleagues, and I’ve learned so much about marketing strategy and the digital media space, which I will certainly take with me throughout my career.
I’ll do everything possible to wrap up my duties and train other team members over the next two weeks. Please let me know if there’s anything else I can do to help during this transition. I wish the company continued success, and I hope to stay in touch in the future.
Sincerely,
Anne Acharya”
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can you resign before you start a job?
You can resign before you start but it is better to be honest with your employer since the beginning if you were taking part already in another or several selection processes.
Also, it is much better to resign before starting a job that you feel you may fail at or if it is not a good fit for you.
How do you politely quit a job you just started?
If you need to politely quit a job you just started make sure to:
– Resign tactfully and avoid burning any bridges.
– Be honest and avoid making any excuses that you think your boss may feel empathy for you, the idea is not to make them pity you.
– Give notice as soon as possible so they can have plenty of time to find someone else for the job.
– Consider that they might ask you to stay or retain you by offering something you may want.
– Try to avoid accepting a job you are unsure of in the future.
How do I write a letter of resignation for my first job?
If you need to write a letter of resignation for your first job make sure:
– You have a discussion with your employer and decide how you want to present your letter of resignation. It is always better to write them a letter but you can also write an email.
– State the date you will make the resignation effective.
– Include a brief reason why you are resigning, no need to be detailed.
– Thank your employer for the opportunity.
– Offer your assistance in finding a suitable replacement.
Is it okay to leave a job after 3 months?
It is okay to leave a job after 3 months if you are not feeling comfortable or not really interested in the job position.
However, consider how this could potentially affect your CV or decide whether or not you should include it in your resume for future job offers.
How do I resign immediately?
If you need to resign immediately, make sure you call your employer as soon as possible.
Let them know briefly the reason why you need to resign immediately, try giving your employer at least 2 weeks’ notice, and submit your resignation letter promptly.
References
Sampleresumetemplates.net: “Sample Resignation Letter Before Starting the job”
Doyle, A. (2019, Nov.) Resignation From A new Job Letter Example. Retrieved from thebalancecareers.com.
Indeed.com: “ How to Write a Resignation Letter (With Samples and Tips)”
Isaacs, K. (n.d.) Sample resignation letter. Retrieved from Monster.com.