Resignation Letter Waiving Notice Period

Roger Pay
17 hours ago
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Resignation Letter Waiving Notice Period

Resigning can be a bit nerve-wracking, especially when you’re asking for a favor like waiving your notice period. In Singapore, under the Ministry of Manpower (MOM) guidelines, the notice period is a contractual obligation, but it can be waived if both the employer and employee agree to it.

Here are two templates you can use: one that is formal and direct, and another that offers a bit more context if you have a good relationship with your manager.

Option 1: Formal & Direct

Best if you have another job starting soon and need a quick transition.

Subject: Resignation - [Your Full Name]

Dear [Manager's Name],

Please accept this email as formal notification that I am resigning from my position as [Job Title] at [Company Name]. My last day of employment will be [Date of your last day].

Per my employment contract, my notice period is [Number of weeks/months]. However, I would like to kindly request a waiver of my notice period to bring my final day forward to [Requested New Last Day].

I am committed to ensuring a smooth handover during my remaining time here. I am happy to discuss how we can settle any [Notice-in-lieu salary / Unused Annual Leave] to facilitate this early departure, in accordance with MOM guidelines.

Thank you for the opportunities I’ve had at [Company Name]. I wish the team nothing but the best.

Sincerely,

[Your Name]

[Your Phone Number]

Option 2: Collaborative & Soft

Best if you want to emphasize your help with the transition to get the waiver approved.

Subject: Resignation and Request for Early Release - [Your Full Name]

Dear [Manager's Name],

I am writing to formally resign from my role as [Job Title], effective today, [Current Date].

While my contract stipulates a notice period of [Length of notice], I would like to request your transition support in waiving or shortening this period. My hope is to make [Date] my final day of work.

To ensure the team isn't left in a lurch, I have already started preparing a comprehensive handover file and am happy to assist in training a replacement or briefing the team on my current projects before my departure.

I have enjoyed my time with [Company Name] and truly appreciate your understanding regarding this request. I look forward to your positive response.

Best regards,

[Your Name]

[Your Phone Number]

A Quick Reality Check (MOM Context)

Keep these three things in mind:

Mutual Agreement is Key: Your employer is not legally obligated to waive the notice. If they say no, you must serve it or pay notice-in-lieu (salary equivalent to the notice period).
Using Annual Leave: You can use your offset balance of annual leave to bring forward your last day, but this also requires company approval.
Written Confirmation: If they agree to waive the notice, ensure you get that agreement in writing (or an updated "Acceptance of Resignation" letter) to avoid any salary disputes later.

Would you like a specific handover plan to show your boss you're leaving things in good hands?

How Bestar HR Consulting Can Help

Resignation Letter Waiving Notice Period

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