2.

standard resignation letter format

This template will help you write an effective letter of resignation. This official letter can be used by
anyone to formally notify their employer of their intention to resign from their current position and
would like to go into details.

Dear [Manager’s name],

Please accept this letter as a formal notice of resignation from my role of [current job title] at [company
name]. My last working day with the company will be on [dd/mm/yy].

I’m truly grateful for the opportunities the company has given me. I truly appreciate all the skills and
knowledge that I have learned during this time, which will serve me well in the future. Being a part of
such a great team has been an amazing experience.

During my notice period, I will do my best to make the transition smooth and will ensure that all details
and information remain available to the person taking my position.

I wish the business success in the future and intend to keep in touch.

Sincerely,

Your signature (if using a hard copy letter)

Your name
letter of resignation sample for new job opportunity

Here is a resignation letter template sample stating that you are leaving your current job because of a
new job opportunity you have received from another company that matches your career goals.

Dear [Manager’s name],

I am writing to inform you that I will be leaving my current role as [job title] at [company name] in [two -
weeks / a month]. After a thoughtful consideration, I’ve decided to resign from my position at [company
name] to pursue my career goals with another firm.

As stated in the employment contract and previously agreed upon, my last working day after clearing my
balance annual leave days will be [dd/mm/yy].

I’m grateful for the opportunities and experiences the company has given me throughout the years. I
truly appreciate all the valuable skills that I’ve acquired during my time at [company name], all of which I
will take with me throughout my career.

Please let me know how I can help make this transition easier. I wish the business success in the future.

Sincerely,

Your signature (if using a hard copy letter)

Your name
5. resignation letter sample for career growth

If your current job doesn't provide professional growth opportunities and you want a change of career
path, use this template for a letter of resignation to let them know why you're leaving.

Dear [Manager’s name],

Please accept this as an official notice of my resignation. I am writing to inform you that I am ending my
employment as [current job title] at [company name]. My last day in the company will take effect on
[dd/mm/yy], after serving my notice period.

I have decided to take a step to embark on a new path in my career that is more in line with my
professional goals.

I appreciate all the opportunities the company has provided me for these past years. I believe that the
skills I have acquired will be of great value to me in the future. I will do my best to ensure a smooth
transition process and make all details, information and current projects available to the person taking
over my role after I leave.

I wish the company success in the future.

Sincerely,

Your signature (if using a hard copy letter)

Your name
[dd/mm/yyyy]

[Mr/Ms Full name]

[Title]

[Company name]

[Adress]

Dear [Name],

I am writing to notify you that I am resigning from my position as [your title] with [company name]. I
intend that [Date] will be my last full day of employment.

I appreciate the opportunities I have been given during my time with your company, as well as your
professional guidance and support.

I wish you and the company the best of success in the future.

If I can assist with the transition, please do let me know.

Very sincerely,

[Your signature]

[Your name printed]

Dear [Manager’s Name],

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]. I have learned a great deal during my time here and have enjoyed collaborating with my
colleagues. I will take a lot of what I have learned with me in my career and look back at my time here as
a valuable period of my professional life.

During the next [notice period in weeks], I will do what I can to make the transition as smooth as
possible and will support in whatever way I can to hand over my duties to colleagues or to my
replacement. Please let me know if there is anything further I can do to assist in this process.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]
Dear [Manager’s Name],

I am writing to formally notify you of my resignation from the position of [job title] with [company
name]. Per my notice period, my final day will be [date of last day].

I have been offered another role that will halve my daily commute and allow me to spend more time
with my family outside of working hours.

I have thoroughly enjoyed my time at [company] over the last [years and months of service], and I would
like to thank you for all of the opportunities I have been afforded here.

In the coming weeks before [end date], I am fully committed to providing assistance in ensuring a
smooth transition.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

Related: How to decline a job offer gracefully

Dear [Manager’s Name],

I am writing to inform you of my decision to resign from [company], effective [date]. I understand that
transitioning a new person to the role of [position] will take some time, and I would like to provide as
much notice as possible.

During my time at [company], I have learned a lot and grown professionally. Thank you for all of your
guidance and support during my employment.

Please feel free to contact me with any questions about the projects I have been working on. I am happy
to help in any way I can with the transition process.

I wish you all the best for your continued success.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]
Dear [Manager’s Name],

I am writing to formally notify you of my resignation from the position of [job title] at [company name].
My last day with the company will be [date].

During my time at [company name], I have come to realise that the scope of the role is, unfortunately,
not what I had anticipated. As such, I would like to explore other opportunities.

Thank you for understanding; I truly appreciate all the support and guidance you have provided me
during my time in the company.

Please let me know how I can help to support a smooth transition over the next [notice period in
weeks].

Sincerely,

[Your Name]
How to negotiate for a higher salary

There are many ways that a company can go about recognising the work of its employees. It can be
done in the form of promotions or even special rewards for jobs well done.

And while these are certainly welcoming from an employee’s point of view, most of them will also agree
that, when it comes to recognition, few things mean more than a pay raise.

Increasing your professional income is also vital for your career advancement and progression when and
if you decide to move on to another role, whether it is in the same company or not.

Ahead, we will explore how employees and job seekers alike can evaluate their worth as contributors to
the company, as well as how they can negotiate for the salary they deserve, be it during job offers or at
annual appraisals.

Learning to be a negotiator

Not everyone is a born negotiator. Just like how price-bargaining is an acquired skill, successful
negotiation, too, requires a very different mindset. Most candidates do not do enough when it comes to
negotiating for a higher salary.

Obviously, the first rule when you go into a salary discussion is to never settle for the first salary amount
put on the table. Ahead, some of the following tips and tricks to get a higher salary.

1. Do your homework

Just because the salary offer feels like it is enough to cover your expenses doesn’t necessarily mean that
it is the market average. As such, it is critical to do your market research and know what your role is
worth before you step into an interview and negotiate for a higher salary.

One way to do so is via our Salary Comparison Tool, which gives a comprehensive overview of all major
sectors in various markets, the key roles and functions involved, as well as their respective salary
estimates.
This will allow you to calculate the average salary range based on your sector, location and work
experience. This salary tool is updated every year to reflect current industry norms and average salaries
in the current market.

There are also websites like Glassdoor you can explore; these typically share salary numbers revealed by
members and are categorised by job positions for easy viewing.

If that is not enough, you can take your research a step further by simply talking to people in the know.
It could be someone already in the industry or even a recruitment consultant who can give you the
latest updates. With all the research gathered, you would be able to enter a salary negotiation with a lot
more confidence.

2. Know your value

Your value to the organisation is sometimes more than just the position that you are applying for. For
instance, if you are applying for the role of a marketing director with 20 years of experience already
under your belt, you are going to be able to command a certain amount of salary.

However, if you are applying for the same role with the same industry experience, but with added
bonuses of entrepreneurial background and experience in Search Engine Optimisation and social media
marketing, you are going to be bringing a lot of extra skill sets and value to the table.

Furthermore, if you know for a fact that the company you are applying for does not have, say, an SEO-
driven content marketing strategy, then your knowledge in that area is suddenly going to be worth a
whole lot more.

As you can see, even though the job titles are the same, the difference in the job description can be
quite stark. These peripheral skills you have developed over the years will allow you to take the industry
standard when it comes to salary and increase it.

It is also always a good idea to familiarise yourself with the industry, find out the most in-demand skills
and bank on those during your negotiation.how to negotiate for higher salaries

3. Ignore your previous salary

One mistake that many job candidates make is to base your salary negotiations on your last drawn
salary. While it is always better to earn more than your previous job, using your last drawn salary as a
yardstick is by no means a good gauge.

Unless you feel that you have gained zero skill since your last job, ignore your previous salary altogether.
Instead, look at your objective value to the company and compare that to the industry standard that
everybody else is getting.

It is also not uncommon for job descriptions to require candidates to submit their previous salaries. It is
a good idea to ignore that or reserve the discussion for the interview itself. Revealing the amount even
before the interview will put you at a great disadvantage.

Should you reveal your last-drawn salary?

If you are applying for a new job, and the hiring manager or recruiter asks for your last-drawn salary
right away, respond with something like, “I’d like to find out more about the position and the
responsibilities, what the team’s like and the company culture before discussing salary. In any case,
since you mention, may I ask what is the salary range you’re considering for this position?”

Whether they give you a number that is slightly lower than what you have in mind, let them know and
say that you would still like to learn more about the role. After that, you can demonstrate how your
skills would make you a valuable employee and then work on salary negotiation when you got the job
offer.

However, if the salary range is way lower than what you have in mind, ask the hiring manager if the
amount can be adjusted for the right hire. If the company has a fixed budget that can't go higher, it
would be best to decline the interview and move on.

Eventually, you would have to share your latest salary number.

According to Rhiannon Guilford, Director at Michael Page Philippines, whether working with an MNC or
local company, many employers request the last-drawn salary before being able to get approval for the
hire. This serves as justification for the proposed offer and is often a set part of the administration
process.

4. Give an exact number

According to research by Columbia University, USA, titled Precise offers are potent anchors: Conciliatory
counteroffers and attributions of knowledge in negotiations in the Journal of Experimental Social
Psychology, you should ask for a specific number than a round number in any negotiation. For instance,
you should ask for $7,346 and not $7,400.

The research found that when you provide a more precise amount, it implies that you have done more
extensive research and are more informed of your market value, and you would more likely get an offer
closer to what you are looking at. This can be even more persuasive if you can back up your request with
data or other evidence.

5. Think beyond your base salary

If the company cannot offer you a higher salary, you can also find out what are the KPIs to achieve in the
next six months and ask the hiring manager or your current manager if your salary can be reviewed in
the months ahead at that point.

Also, calling it ‘salary negotiation’ is, admittedly, not accurate, since you are actually negotiating more
than just the base dollar value. Aside from the base salary, you are looking at the basic benefits that
come along with your employment.

Benefits package

For instance, the salary on offer might be lower than the value you have in your head. However, the
benefits that come along with the salary might actually be attractive and more than compensate for the
balance. As a job applicant, you want to take these additional benefits into consideration when
negotiating for a raise.

If the salary on offer isn’t enough, perhaps you can negotiate for other benefits in your compensation
package, such as better health plans, flexible work arrangements, additional leave, training
opportunities, etc. And while we are on the point, don’t be limited by your imagination.

There are plenty of benefits beyond the conventional, from tuition assistance to free coffee. Just
remember: this is a business transaction, and everything is negotiable.

Related: How you can be highly effective in a role from day 1

6. Hope for the best, but expect the worst

During salary negotiations, a good idea is to give an amount on the higher end and work your way down
from there. If the higher offer is accepted, then it is good news for everybody. If it is rejected, adjust
accordingly and try again. After all, what’s the worst thing that could happen?

Rejection just means you need to recalibrate and renegotiate, and if the company cannot appreciate
what you can potentially bring to the table, at least you know to take your expertise someplace else.

Remember: if you don’t ask for a pay raise, you are likely not going to get it; if you do ask for a pay raise,
there is at least a chance that you might just get one.

No real guarantees in salary negotiations

At the end of the day, there are no real guarantees in salary negotiations. Beyond the value you can
potentially bring to the company, there are many considerations to be had from the employer, HR point
of view and also factors, such as tight budgets and even tighter competition.

With that said, if you don’t even attempt salary negotiation, then you are doing yourself a great
disservice in the long run. So do your research, enter a negotiation and take the conversation on from
there.