Heat of the moment resignation response letter template

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Our Heat of the Moment Resignation Response Letter template helps address resignations made impulsively, offering support and clarifying next steps.

If an employee has resigned in the heat of the moment, issue this letter to clarify the situation, and understand the reasons for the resignation.

5 minute read • 1 February 2025
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Heat of the moment resignation response letter

[Sender name]

[Sender address]

 

[date]

[Recipient name]

[Recipient address]

 

Dear [Recipient first name],

 

Your resignation

We are writing to you following the incident on [date] when you left work [stating that you were resigning/saying words that suggested that you might be resigning].

We are aware that feelings were running high at the time and we are writing to you, now that there has been some time for consideration, to check that this

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What is this for?

A Heat of the Moment Resignation Response Letter serves multiple purposes for employers.

Firstly, it acknowledges the employee's resignation in the heat of the moment, ensuring it was voluntary and not coerced.

Secondly, it documents the circumstances surrounding the resignation, capturing any emotional outbursts or disagreements that may have influenced the decision.

Thirdly, the letter clarifies any misunderstandings that might have led to the resignation, fostering better communication between the parties.

Lastly, it protects the employer's interests by providing evidence in case of legal disputes, safeguarding against wrongful termination claims.

This comprehensive approach helps maintain transparency and accountability during challenging situations.

Extended guidance

heat of the moment resignation response letter template

An employee who resigns in the "heat of the moment", when they were angry or upset, may not have made a rational decision to terminate the employment and might regret it.

In these circumstances, the employer should consider giving the employee the opportunity to retract their resignation after they have had time to calm down.

An employer that does not allow an employee to retract a heat-of-the-moment resignation may be at risk of an unfair dismissal claim

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Decision-making milestones

Step Description Responsibility Timing
1 Employee resigns in the heat of the moment Employee N/A
2 Employer assesses the situation and gathers information HR/Management 0-1 days
3 Employer issues the Heat of the Moment Resignation Response Letter HR/Management 1-2 days
4 Meeting with the employee to discuss the resignation HR/Management 1-2 days
5 Follow-up actions or further discussions as necessary HR/Management Ongoin

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