Please accept this as my formal notice of resignation from the position of xxx at yyy company, with effect from 1st January 2012.

I realize that my contract of employment requires me to work until 1st March 2012, however I would be grateful to be released earlier on 1st February 2012, and will assume that this is acceptable unless you inform me to the contrary.

Please let me know the arrangements for handing over outstanding work and responsibilities. I will do my best to finish my current projects before my last day.

I would like to take this opportunity to thank the management for the support and co-operation during my terms of employment with the company.

Thank you.