Gifts for someone leaving a job: what to give

A gift for someone leaving a job can sweeten the goodbye, but it’s also a bit of a puzzle. Because what you give them depends on so many things. Like how well you get along, how long you’ve worked together and their personal preferences. If you know what those are. Flowers are always a good idea, though not if they're allergic (I speak from experience, so there’s that), chocolate, wine, a gift basket filled with treats. Or think of a personalised gift, like a framed picture of the whole team as a little something to remember them by. Grabbing dinner or lunch together as a parting gift will also be highly appreciated and remembered. So many options, what to pick? 

A gift that’s always a great choice (and we’re biassed, yes, but it’s true) is a gift card. With it you don’t have to know the departing colleague all that well to still give them exactly what they want. Convenient if you’re gifting someone that you haven’t worked that closely with. However most colleagues, especially when having worked together long, know a bit or even a lot about each other. In that case, a gift card that suits their hobbies or that fits their next endeavours will be considered extra thoughtful. Choose a gift card of a single brand or let them have more options with a choice gift card. The possibilities are abundant!

From top shops to thrilling experiences, gift cards let the recipient indulge in exactly what they like. Instead of a one-size-fits-all gift, you can choose something that fits their personality. It’s a thoughtful touch that’s more than just a standard farewell, and it shows that you know what they genuinely enjoy. Gift cards offer that extra bit of freedom and fun, giving them the perfect excuse to treat themselves to whatever’s right up their alley. And who doesn’t love the chance to splurge a bit? With the right gift card, it’s like giving them a blank slate to create their ideal farewell treat!

At Giftcards.co.uk we have a vast selection of great gift cards in different categories. Thus, loads to choose from. Let us give you some tips! Home & Garden Gift Cards for example, are perfect for someone leaving a job because of retirement. The same goes for travel gift cards, as they will have ample time to travel the world (or just the UK). Fashion gift cards are great if someone is going to another company with, perhaps, a different dress code. Another great farewell gift is a restaurant gift card. It lets the recipient spend time with their loved ones – or perhaps with their favourite former colleague - and reminisce about times gone past. If you want to play it safe and give them the most elaborate gift card, then the All-in-1 Choice Gift Card is the way to go.

If your soon-to-be-former colleague has an eye for the latest trends, then a retail gift card is your go-to choice. Let them indulge their inner shopaholic with a gift card to one of their favourite stores. Whether they're a fashion fanatic hunting down the latest styles, a tech enthusiast looking to grab the newest gadget, or a home décor lover eyeing the perfect addition to their home. With one of our retail gift cards they’ll get to score something they will genuinely enjoy. No need to second-guess or worry about sizes, just a little nudge in the right direction and a great going away present will be theirs in no time!

Would you like to give them a memory instead of just another item for the shelf? An experience gift card is a brilliant way to say goodbye with a little adventure. Think of a gourmet dining experience, a relaxing spa day, or even a weekend getaway. With an experience gift for someone leaving a job, you’re offering them the chance to create lasting memories. Experience-based gift cards are ideal for those who prefer moments over material things and add an extra-special touch that turns a goodbye into an unforgettable experience. They’ll remember it for years to come! Perfect for those who appreciate experiences that stay with them long after the moment’s passed!

Parting is such sweet sorrow, but with a great gift for someone leaving a job, they’ll have something to remember you or the entire team by. An end of an era that they will hopefully look back on with fondness. If not on the work, then definitely on their goodbye gift. Send them off with a bang with one of our great gift cards to celebrate your collaboration. Sweet gifts, sweet goodbyes!