How do you even begin to write a goodbye email? Leaving a job can be an emotionally taxing time, whether you really enjoyed your workplace or not, you can feel tempted to write at length about your time there. However, the best goodbye emails are short and sweet.
Find below some examples of professional, yet genuine and positive farewell emails that you can customise to make your own.
Example One: A New Chapter!
Dear Team,
Please note that I am leaving <insert company/organisation>, and my last day will be on the <insert date>.
I have enjoyed my time working here and wanted to thank you for being such a great team to work with over my <insert time range> of working here.
I am going to miss working with you but I am excited to start this new chapter in my life and explore a new path in my <career/studies/travel>.
Thank you all, and I wish you the very best.
Kind Regards
<insert name>
Example Two: Time to Retire
Dear Team,
I am writing to let you know that I will be leaving <insert company/organisation> and <insert date> will be my last day here.
Thank you for all the support, encouragement and friendship that you have given me during my time here, and for being an amazing team.
I am going to miss working with you all, however, I am looking forward to my retirement and new experiences!
Please keep in contact with me at <email address> or <phone number>.
I wish you all the very best!
Kind Regards,
<your name>
Example Three: Thank you and Farewell!
Dear Team,
Please note that I am leaving <insert company/organisation>, and my last day will be on the <insert date>.
I have enjoyed my time working here and wanted to thank you for being a great team to work with over my <insert time range> of working here.
I could not have succeeded in this role without your help and I am going to miss working with you all, but it is time for me to explore a new path in <new job, career, studies, travel etc.>
Please keep in contact with me at <email address> or <phone number>.
I wish you all the very best!
Kind Regards,
<your name>