WRITING A COVER LETTER

Summary: This is a sample letter of resignation which a leaving employee writes addressing to the top management stating his resignation from his post with a specific date of leaving. The letter also states professionally the reason for leaving as well as records an appreciation of the guidance and support extended during the work tenure. Managing Director FarEast Outlook 266 Hillstone Road Panama 34654 Date: June 17, 2010 RE: Resignation Letter Dear Sir, I hereby tender my resignation through this letter as the Assistant Supervisor at FarEast Outlook with effect from 18 th July 2010 giving one month notice that will enable me to complete some outstanding work as well as allow the handing over of other projects and tasks to my successor. I am leaving to take up the position of Branch Supervisor at Manor Garments which offers me further opportunities to expand my professional development. I wish to convey my sincere appreciation to the company and all who have supported me during my tim...

Summary: This is a sample of the response from the HR department of an organization, on receipt and processing of a resignation letter. The response letter indicates acknowledgement and acceptance of the resignation and advises the leaving employee to undergo the necessary exit processes before leaving the company on the stipulated day. From: Harry Duffield Finance Manager Open Communications To: Carrie P. Brown 1357 Arthur Avenue Leonore, IL 61332 26 th  August 2010 Dear Ms. Brown This is in reference to your letter of resignation submitted on 20 August 2010. I wish to inform you that your resignation has been approved by the organization and you will be relieved of your responsibilities at the end of your last working day on 30 September 2010. Your resignation letter has been forwarded to the Finance Department for processing any dues and you can clear other exit procedures before the last day of work with us. It has been a pleasure having you as one of our employees and we wish ...

Summary: This is a sample resignation letter that is written professionally in the required formal format, stating specifically one-week’s notice as per the contract agreement between the leaving employee and the company. This resignation letter is written in a simple and concise manner, stating the gratitude of the leaving employee for the good experience while at the company. You can use this sample letter for your need. This letter must be send prior one week or 10 days from the date when you want to leave. From: Gabrielle Kraegen 6 Shirley Street KINGSHOLME QLD 4208 To: Oliver H. Berry Riley & Sons Company 99 Carba Road CANUNDA SA 5291 .25 th  August 2010 Dear Mr. Berry I am writing to submit my resignation as the Sales Support in Riley & Sons Company. I am also giving one week’s notice as of today as required in my contract. My last day of work will be on 31 August 2010. I would appreciate it if you could ease off my responsibilities before then. Please allow me to rec...

Summary:  This is a sample letter of resignation where the leaving employee serves his resignation notice to his current employer, stating the last working day at the company due to an acceptance of a new position at another company. A smooth work transition is ensured with an offer to assist where needed. Christopher   E.   Anderson 87 English Street MOUNT BARKER SA 5251 July 20 th  2010 Bernd   Herrmann Managing Director, Lowell Pvt. Ltd. 78 Derry Street MOORINA QLD 4506 Dear Mr. Herrmann This letter serves to confirm that I am resigning from the post of Operations Supervisor at Lowell Pvt. Ltd., August 20 th 2010 as my last work day. This follows from my confirmed acceptance of the position of Operations Manager with a progressive manufacturing company. This new position offers me new challenges to expand my knowledge and skills to develop my personality and career further. I am willing to work with the person of your choice in handing over any outstanding wo...

Summary: This is a sample professional resignation letter, which is written well stating the resignation information precisely and simply. The letter also records a line of courtesy to the company for its past support to the leaving employee while giving a concise reason for leaving without indulging the details. This letter sounds professional and you can write it to the management and can also inform about the new firm if you have joined any. Any dues if remaining can also be asked through this letter. From: Debra D. Manning 3341 Lyons Avenue Brantford, ON N3R 7W5 To: Claudia Freytag 1811 Park Ct Tomahawk, AB T0E 2H0 14 th  August 2010 Dear Ms. Freytag, I hereby tender this letter of resignation with effect from today. I have decided to move on from my position as Administrative Assistant to take up an offer of Administration Manager with another company. Please allow me to record my appreciation to your esteemed organization and colleagues for the support and friendship accorded...

Summary: This is a sample letter of resignation that states a complaint against the company. The leaving employee states his reason concisely in a professional manner while giving relevant and sufficient information with regards to the complaint. The employee decides to leave the company, which he feels is no longer conducive for him to work in. From: Joshua C. Callender 345 Melville Street Memphis, TN 38118 To: Jewell G. Huckins HR Department MayorMiles Company Hopewell Junction, NY 12533 19 th  December 2009 Dear Ms. Huckins I am writing to tender in my resignation as a Sales Executive in MayorMiles Company. I want to bring your attention to the poor work conditions at the Sales Department, which I have informed not only the Department Head but your kind self also. However, no positive action was taken to rectify the situation after 6 months. Therefore, I have decided to submit this letter of resignation, as the conditions are not conducive for my productivity. I trust that the c...

SAMPLE RECOMMENDATION LETTER Name and address of the organization to which the letter is to be addressed Date: Subject: Recommendation letter for Ms/Mr ______________ (name of the employee being recommended) Dear Sir or Madam, I would like to recommend Ms/Mr ________ (name of recommended person) for the post of _____________ (designation) in your organization. Ms/Mr ______________ has worked with our organization for ________ (span of work experience) in the capacity of ________ (designation in previous organization). Ms/Mr _________ is leaving our organization for better job prospects. S/he is a very hard and diligent worker. S/he has been influential in increasing our sales by _____%. S/he will be an asset to your organization. Ms/Mr ____________ also bears a good moral character and has cleared all her/his dues with us. Best regards, ____________ (Name of the person recommending)

Summary: An employee of a company writes this letter to her fellow workers and colleagues with whom she has worked for the past five years. She is sad to be leaving the company, due to the relocation of her family, but wishes the company and her colleagues all the best for the future 20th December 2010 Dear Colleagues, I am writing this letter, as you are all aware that I will be leaving the company in two days time. My reason for this impromptu departure from the company is my families’ relocation to Kent, therefore meaning I will be unable to continue my present position as administrative assistant within the company. I would like to thank you all for the guidance, help and support I have received from all of you in the five years that I have worked for the company. I feel that I have prospered both personally as well as professionally thanks to your input. I would also like to thank you all for the emotional support I received when my father passed away last year. I wish the company...