Document background
The Job Abandonment Letter is a crucial document in Singapore's employment framework, used when an employee has ceased reporting to work without proper notification or authorization. Under Singapore law, job abandonment typically occurs when an employee is absent for more than 2 consecutive working days without approval or communication. The letter documents the unauthorized absence, communication attempts, and formal termination of employment. It must comply with the Employment Act, MOM guidelines, and Tripartite Guidelines on Wrongful Dismissal. This document helps protect employers from potential wrongful termination claims while ensuring proper documentation of the abandonment circumstances.
