Resignation letter template: immediate leave for a family emergency
When a family emergency requires you to step away immediately and a notice period is not possible.
Dear [Manager name], It is with regret that I resign from my position as [Role] at [Company], effective immediately. A family matter requires my full attention, and after careful thought I have concluded that I cannot give this role what it deserves while I attend to it. My last working day will be [Last working day]. I am sorry for the disruption an immediate departure causes. I have written up the status of my current work and left my files in order, and I am glad to answer clarifying questions by email over the coming days as the team redistributes my responsibilities. Thank you for your understanding, and for the support this team has shown me during my time here. I hope to leave on terms as good as the circumstances allow. Sincerely, [Your name]
Handing it in
- You owe context, not detail, one sentence about a family matter is enough.
- Ask HR whether unpaid leave could cover the situation before making resignation final.
- Return equipment and hand over file access before you go, it spares everyone awkward chasing.
Check your actual contract for the notice period before naming a last day; documents beat folklore. The conversation with your manager comes before the letter, always.
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