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.
The font size should be 11 or 12. Use single spacing and 1-inch margins. Give your employer plenty of time. Although a two-week notice is standard, your employer will appreciate having more time to plan for your departure.
Resignation letters should be simple, short, and written in business format using a traditional font. Length of the letter: Most resignation letters are no more than one typed page. Font and size: Use a traditional font such as Times New Roman, Arial, or Calibri. Your font size should be between 10 and 12 points.
Resignation Letter Format Create 1-inch margins on all sides and leave 1–1.15 line spacing in the text. Choose 1.5 spacing between paragraphs. Pick a legible font, such as Arial or Helvetica. Make it between 10–12 points in font size.
Resignation letter etiquette tips Include all of the necessary information without offering unnecessary details about your departure, who you intend to thank, information about your new job opportunity or why you can't stay with the company.
How to Write a Resignation Letter A greeting: Start formal. A statement of resignation. Offer help with transitioning. Thank your employer for giving you a chance to be a part of their company, and for their time. Leave your contact information for your employer. Sign off with “Sincerely” or “Thank you”
Typically margins are about 1 inch (25.4 mm) on all sides of the document, which is the default setting for most word-processing programs. If you are using Microsoft Word, you can turn to its built-in Letter Wizard for additional formatting assistance (look on the Tools menu).
Please accept this letter as formal notification of my intention to resign from my position as job title with company name. My final day will be date of last day as per my notice period. I would like to thank you for the opportunity to have worked in the position for the past time in employment.