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The Termination Letter Immediate Effect is a critical document used in Swiss employment relationships when circumstances require the immediate cessation of employment due to good cause ('juste motifs') as defined under Article 337 of the Swiss Code of Obligations. This document is appropriate when continuing the employment relationship is no longer reasonable due to serious breaches of trust, gross misconduct, or other compelling reasons that make immediate termination necessary. The letter must carefully balance legal requirements with clear communication, including specific reasons for termination, immediate effect date, final payment details, and property return requirements. It serves as both a formal notification and a legal record of the termination decision, potentially crucial in any subsequent legal proceedings. The document must strictly comply with Swiss employment law while effectively managing the practical aspects of employment termination.

1. Date and Address Block: Current date and full contact details of both the employer and employee, including the employee's current residential address

2. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is an immediate termination letter ('Termination of Employment with Immediate Effect')

3. Formal Notice of Termination: Clear statement of the immediate termination of employment relationship, citing the specific employment contract details (date of contract, position)

4. Legal Basis and Reasons: Reference to Article 337 CO and specification of the good cause (juste motifs) justifying immediate termination

5. Immediate Effect Statement: Clear statement that the employment relationship ends with immediate effect, specifying the exact termination date

6. Outstanding Payments: Details of final salary payment, including any pro-rata payments for unused vacation, overtime, or other benefits

7. Company Property: Request for return of all company property (access cards, keys, equipment, documents, etc.)

8. Work Reference: Confirmation that a work reference will be provided as per Art. 330a CO

9. Signature Block: Space for date and signatures of authorized company representative(s)