Sample Letter for Termination of Employment or Job
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Termination of Employment Dear [Employee's Name], I am writing to inform you that your employment with [Company Name] will be terminated, effective [termination date]. This decision was made after careful consideration and review of your performance and conduct in the past [time period]. We regret to inform you that despite previous discussions, coaching, and performance improvement plans, there has been no significant improvement in your work performance. As outlined in our company policies, inadequate performance can prove detrimental to the business's overall productivity and growth. Therefore, we feel that termination is the appropriate course of action. To ensure a smooth transition, we would like you to review the following details: 1. Employment Termination Details: — Termination date: [termination date— - Final working day: [termination date] — Severance pay, if any: [specific details if applicable] 2. Return of Company Property: — Please return all company property, including keys, access cards, laptops, and any other materials provided to you during your employment. The deadline for the return of these items is [deadline], preferably to your department manager. 3. Final Paycheck: — Your final paycheck, including any accrued but unused vacation days, will be processed and mailed to your address within [number] days of your termination date. Ensure that your address on our records is up to date. 4. Benefits and COBRA: — You may be eligible to continue your health insurance benefits under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). Detailed information regarding benefits will be provided separately. It is important to note that there will be an exit interview scheduled with our Human Resources department within [number] days of your termination date. This will allow us to gather your feedback and discuss any outstanding matters related to your employment. We understand that finding new employment can be challenging, and we are committed to providing any reasonable assistance we can offer during this transition period. Please feel free to reach out to our HR department for any questions or requests for references. We thank you for your contributions during your time at [Company Name], and we wish you success in your future endeavors. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]
[Your Name] [Your Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] [Email Address] [Phone Number] [Date] [Employee's Name] [Employee's Address] [City, State, ZIP Code] Subject: Termination of Employment Dear [Employee's Name], I am writing to inform you that your employment with [Company Name] will be terminated, effective [termination date]. This decision was made after careful consideration and review of your performance and conduct in the past [time period]. We regret to inform you that despite previous discussions, coaching, and performance improvement plans, there has been no significant improvement in your work performance. As outlined in our company policies, inadequate performance can prove detrimental to the business's overall productivity and growth. Therefore, we feel that termination is the appropriate course of action. To ensure a smooth transition, we would like you to review the following details: 1. Employment Termination Details: — Termination date: [termination date— - Final working day: [termination date] — Severance pay, if any: [specific details if applicable] 2. Return of Company Property: — Please return all company property, including keys, access cards, laptops, and any other materials provided to you during your employment. The deadline for the return of these items is [deadline], preferably to your department manager. 3. Final Paycheck: — Your final paycheck, including any accrued but unused vacation days, will be processed and mailed to your address within [number] days of your termination date. Ensure that your address on our records is up to date. 4. Benefits and COBRA: — You may be eligible to continue your health insurance benefits under the Consolidated Omnibus Budget Reconciliation Act (COBRA). Detailed information regarding benefits will be provided separately. It is important to note that there will be an exit interview scheduled with our Human Resources department within [number] days of your termination date. This will allow us to gather your feedback and discuss any outstanding matters related to your employment. We understand that finding new employment can be challenging, and we are committed to providing any reasonable assistance we can offer during this transition period. Please feel free to reach out to our HR department for any questions or requests for references. We thank you for your contributions during your time at [Company Name], and we wish you success in your future endeavors. Sincerely, [Your Name] [Your Title/Position] [Company Name] [Company Address] [City, State, ZIP Code]