Resignations are often unexpected and happen quickly. To support a positive ending to the employment relationship, and protection for the business, there are a number of considerations to take into account operationally and with the departing staff member.
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A priority is to ensure there is clarity around exit procedures and expectations of the departing employee. Considerations include:
- Arrangements for making announcements to other staff and any customers, stakeholders or clients.
- How they are to act during the notice period including their attendance at work, any garden leave and changes to financial delegations.
- Reminding the departing employee about any post employment obligations such as confidentiality, restraints of trade and non-solicitation, and how these will be enforced.
- Any payment of staff accounts, bonded training, and other debts.
- Return of any property including passwords, pin numbers, keys, swipe cards, protective clothing, and business embossed clothing.
- Finalising any expenses incurred such as speeding tickets or on credit cards.
- Arrangements for an exit interview.
For help with responding to a resignation or with exit interviews get in touch with a member of the Grow HR team on (06) 878 5454 or email team@growhr.co.nz
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Funding from the RBP Business Advisory Fund
Grow HR also offers services that are registered with the COVID-19 Business Advisory Fund. Small- and medium-sized businesses may qualify for funding to help pay for advisory services to support them through the COVID-19 outbreak. Find out more by visiting www.regionalbusinesspartners.co.nz
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