Letter of Resignation Requesting Benefits

BY REGISTERED AD POST

 
  Your Name
  Address
  Telephone Number
  Date
Name of Officer
Title
Name of Employer
Address

Re: My Resignation

Dear (Name of Officer):

Please be advised that I am resigning from my job as (specify title) effective (specify date).

As of this date, I believe that (describe what salary, commissions, other benefits) are due, and I look forward to discussing my termination benefits with you.

I shall be returning all property belonging to the company (specify) by (date) and (optional: will be available to assist you in a smooth transition if requested).

I would appreciate your signing the enclosed letter of reference, which I have drafted, and discussing my cover story with me prior to being contacted by future potential employers.

Thank you for your attention to these matters.

  Very truly yours,
  Your Name

NOTE: Keep the letter brief and avoid giving specific reasons for the resignation, because this can preclude you from offering other reasons or tipping your hand in the event of a lawsuit. 

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