Resignation letter: UK template

UK resignation letter: notice period, last working day, handover offer and professional tone — template, checklist and generator.

A resignation letter records your intention to leave, your notice period and last working day in writing. In the UK it should be clear, dated and aligned with your contract — even when you have already told your manager verbally. This guide explains content, notice, delivery and common mistakes — not legal advice.

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The following sections walk through this guide step by step:

Essential content

Notice period and timing

How to deliver it

Mistakes to avoid

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