Resignation Letter Template
If notice period is specified
When writing your resignation letter keep it short and to the point. Use formal language and
try your best to be polite.
Check your employment contract to find out how much notice you need to give your
employer. If your employment contract specifies a two-week notice period, you must state this
in your resignation letter and hand it in two weeks before you plan to stop working.
If you’re not sure what your notice period should be, you can contact the Federal
Government's Fair Work Ombudsman on 13 13 94, or Job Watch on 9662 1933 or 1800 331
617.
Make sure you keep a copy of your resignation letter for your records.
Tip – It’s important to get the dates right in your resignation letter. If any dispute arises over
the timing of your resignation you’ll have this letter as proof that you gave the right amount of
notice.
Your resignation letter should include:
· A statement of your intention to resign that includes the last date you’ll be working for the
organisation !
· A short explanation of why you’re leaving !
· Something positive about your experiences in the job and with the organisation (e.g. the
opportunity to gain experience or develop your skills) !
· If you want to you could offer to help make your resignation easier for the organisation
(e.g. you could offer to train somebody else to do your job) !
· You can write a short thank you at the end if you think it’s appropriate
Check out our Jobs & Careers section for more tips and advice about resigning and
quitting.