Careers advice

How to resign from my job (with resignation letter template)

Sign off in style.

24 April 2023

24 April 2023

What you’ll learn:

Timing it right: when to resign from a job

1. Be absolutely sure you want to leave

2. Tell your manager first

Your manager needs to be the first person to hear that you're resigning, and they need to hear it from you.

3. Know your notice period

4. Think about the time of the day

How to resign: the steps

1. Organise a meeting with your manager

You'll need to write a resignation letter and give this to your boss.

2. Write a resignation letter

Free Resignation Letter Template
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3. Tell your co-workers

4. Prepare for an exit interview

What is the standard notice period in NZ?

Can you take annual leave during your notice period?

Author

Al Hall Al Hall