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Resignation Letter Templates by Reason

Find templates organized by your reason for resigning. Make it clear why you are leaving your current job or gig.

New Job Offer

New Job Offer

Resignation letter for new job offer

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Retirement

Retirement

Resignation letter for retirement

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How your Reason affects your resignation letter

When you are leaving your job because you are retiring, you would want to use a template that is tailored to retirement or if you are leaving your job because you have a health issue, you would want to use a template that is tailored to that reason.

By choosing the right words about you leaving your current job for a reason, your resignation letter would look professional meaning you will look professional. Which in return will help you and your career.

We have templates for new job and retirement and soon will be adding templates for other reasons. Choose yours, write it, submit it.

Frequently Asked Questions

Find answers to common questions about resignation letters.

While it's common to provide a reason, it's not legally required in most cases. You can keep it brief and professional, such as mentioning you're pursuing a new opportunity. Our templates offer various options depending on your comfort level.

When resigning for personal reasons, you don't need to go into detail. A simple statement like 'I am resigning for personal reasons' is sufficient. Our templates provide professional and respectful phrasing to handle this situation gracefully.

It's best to avoid negativity in your resignation letter. The goal is to leave on good terms. Focus on the future and maintain a professional tone

Yes, the tone and content will differ. A retirement letter is often more reflective and celebratory, while a letter for a new job is more straightforward. Using a template specific to your reason ensures you strike the right professional tone.