My manager is now on vacation, could I get permission to take my holiday?
It's great that you're thinking ahead about your holiday plans! Since your manager is on vacation, you might need to follow a few steps to get the necessary approval:
Check Company Policy: Review your company's policy on requesting time off. There might be a specific procedure to follow when your direct manager is unavailable.
Contact HR: Reach out to your Human Resources department. They can provide guidance on who can approve your holiday request in your manager's absence.
Alternate Approver: If your company has a designated person to handle approvals when your manager is away, such as a team lead or another manager, contact them directly.
Document Your Request: Send an email or submit a formal request through your company's time-off system, detailing the dates you wish to take off and any necessary information about how your responsibilities will be covered.
Follow Up: If you don't receive a response within a reasonable time frame, follow up to ensure your request has been received and is being processed.
Here's a sample email you could use:
Subject: Request for Holiday Approval
Hi [Alternate Approver/HR],
I hope this message finds you well. I am writing to request approval for my holiday from [start date] to [end date]. With [Manager's Name] currently on vacation, I wanted to ensure my request is processed in a timely manner.
I have made arrangements to ensure that my responsibilities will be covered during my absence. [Briefly explain any arrangements or who will cover your duties.]
Please let me know if you need any additional information or if there are any further steps I need to take.
Thank you for your assistance.
Best regards,
[Your Name]
Make sure to adjust the email to fit your specific situation and company culture.