Written formal letter dated and signed of intention to leave.
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Staff Leaving and officially tendering their resignation needs a number of steps to make their departure run smoothly.
Leaving a job is a big decision for anyone so making the whole process simple and painless can help both the employee and the business owner.
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The unexpected shock of a staff member leaving can throw a business into turmoil unless all the business processes are documented to enable a smooth handover. Business process management allows every process within the business to be documented and have a detailed process to guide new members of staff taking on that role.
Staff Leaving Checklist
The process to make their departure run smoothly.
Written Confirmation of Resignation
Contract Notice Period
Check employment contract terms. What period of notice is required?
Work Notice
Do they need to work out their full notice period? Are they going to work a competitor?
Do you require them to leave straight away and go on gardening leave?
Formal Announcement
Telling other members of staff. Agree terms.
Handover Period
Adequate time for the employee’s replacement to be trained in key tasks and responsibilities.
Exit Interview
Understand why the employee wants to leave.
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