Employee Resignation Handover Checklist

Employee Termination Checklist

Prepared by:

[your name]

Preparation Date:

February 13, 2052

Employee Name:

[employee name]

Position:

[employee position]

This tool ensures a smooth and complete transfer of responsibilities and knowledge from a departing employee to the organization or a successor. Follow the steps in each category to secure a successful handover process. Answer this checklist by clicking on the checkbox next to each completed task.

  1. Have you received the resignation letter from the employee?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Has the resignation been officially acknowledged by HR or management?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Has the departing employee provided notice as per company policy?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you scheduled an exit interview with the resigning employee?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Has the resigning employee completed necessary documentation (e.g., clearance forms, non-disclosure agreements)?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you discussed pending tasks and projects with the resigning employee?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you identified a successor or temporary replacement for the resigning employee's role?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you documented essential job responsibilities and processes for the successor?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you notified relevant stakeholders about the resignation and transition plan?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you arranged for the resigning employee to transfer knowledge and files to their successor?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you updated internal systems and records to reflect the change in personnel?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you conducted a final handover meeting with the resigning employee?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you expressed appreciation and wished the resigning employee well in their future endeavors?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you ensured that all company property (e.g., laptop, access cards) has been returned by the resigning employee?

  • Yes

  • No

  1. Have you finalized any outstanding payments or benefits for the resigning employee?

  • Yes

  • No

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