This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
You do not have to respond formally when someone tells you they're resigning. But it's good practice to respond in writing. Your response should include: that you've received the employee's resignation.
If the employer has not formally (in writing) accepted the resignation, the employee could argue that the resignation was never accepted, or that the resignation never happened. The employee could even argue that the resignation was actually a termination and then file for unemployment.
It should include your last day of work, and it may also express gratitude for the opportunity to work with the company. Traditionally, a resignation letter is printed or handwritten and is either handed to an employer personally or sent through the mail.
Acceptance of a resignation tendered by an employee is necessary to make the resignation effective.
Letter template #1 Dear Employee Name, I am writing to accept your resignation from your position at Company Name, effective on date per your request. Thank you for your contributions to Company Name. I am sure you will continue to work hard in your remaining time with us.
Dear (Recipient's Name), I am writing to inform you of my immediate resignation from my position at (Company Name). After careful consideration, I have decided that it is in my best interest to conclude my employment with (Company Name) effective immediately.
You do not have to respond formally when someone tells you they're resigning. But it's good practice to respond in writing. Your response should include: that you've received the employee's resignation.
It is a common misconception that an employee's notice of resignation is not valid unless it has been "accepted" by the employer. The position at common law is that a notice, once validly given, is effective and can neither be "refused" by the employer or "withdrawn" by the employee, without the other's agreement.
How to respond to a resignation letter Preliminary acknowledgment. Acknowledge the intention to accept an employee's resignation. Formal response. Use a formal business letter format. State your acceptance. Show compassion. Protect yourself.
It is with a heavy heart that we acknowledge and accept your resignation letter, Employee Name. It's unfortunate that the conflicts with your management and colleagues have contributed to your decision to resign, and we genuinely regret that the circumstances have led to this outcome.