Example resignation letter for new job
Alex Morgan
October 30, 2026
Jamie Lee
Acme Inc.
Dear Jamie Lee,
Please accept this letter as formal notice of my resignation from my position as Marketing Manager at Acme Inc.. My last day of work will be November 13, 2026. This serves as my two weeks’ notice.
I have accepted a new opportunity that aligns with my long-term career goals.
Thank you for the opportunities, support, and trust you have given me at Acme Inc.. I have learned a great deal from you and the team, and I will always be grateful for my time here.
I want to make this as easy as possible for the team. Over the coming weeks I will wrap up my projects, document my work, and help train whoever takes over my responsibilities.
I wish you and the whole team all the best, and I hope our paths cross again.
With gratitude,
Alex Morgan
Tips for your resignation letter for new job
- You do not need to name the new company. "A new opportunity" is enough.
- Have your signed offer and start date in hand before you resign.
- Be ready for a counter-offer and decide in advance whether you would take it.
- Leave on good terms. Industries are small and references matter.
What to avoid
- Naming your new salary or comparing it to your current pay
- Badmouthing the current employer
- Starting a notice period that overlaps awkwardly with your new start date