Employee Exit Policy
This Employee Exit Policy outlines a process to follow when an employee is leaving your employment.
Last updated October 24, 2025
Suitable for Australia
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When should you use a employee exit policy?
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What should be in a employee exit policy?
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The Legal Risk Score of a Employee Exit Policy Template is Low
Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:
- There is a risk that sensitive information disclosed during the exit process may not be adequately protected, as the document only generally states that all information will remain confidential to those involved in the process without detailing specific confidentiality measures or protocols.
- The requirement for an employee to undergo a medical examination could pose a risk related to compliance with privacy and employment laws, as this process involves handling sensitive health information.
- The process for redundancy and redeployment is outlined, but the criteria for determining suitability for redeployment and the specifics of the redundancy payment calculation are not detailed, which could lead to misunderstandings or disputes.
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