Your signature should be in Arial font size 11 and shouldn't include any images. Here's an example of how an email signature should look and what information needs to be included:
Other information which your signature could contain includes:
- preferred pronouns - pronouns are words we use to refer to people's gender in conversation, for example, 'he' or 'she'. Some people however may prefer others to refer to them in gender neutral language and use pronouns such as they/them/theirs. It's good practice for us all to normalise sharing our pronouns, rather than expecting people to assume them correctly. If you'd like to include preferred pronouns in your signature you can add them in brackets after your name, for example: (pronouns: he/him)
- your working pattern or hours - this can be particularly useful if you work shifts or part-time
- your work mobile number if you have one
- a link to contact you on Teams - to do this, include the words 'Chat to me in teams' and add the following hyperlink (edited to include your email address) https://teams.microsoft.com/l/chat/0/0?users=youremailaddress
- if you have EA/PA/secretarial support include their contact details as well
- consider adding your signature for replying and forwarding both for your own email and shared email addresses
- To update your signature, open Outlook, go to the file tab in the top left-hand corner of your screen. Then click on Options > Mail > Signatures. Edit as appropriate and click OK.
If you use a work mobile phone please check that your signature has also been added when sending emails from that device. You can do this by going to the Outlook app, clicking on your profile icon, selecting settings then signature. You may not be able to change the font and layout but you can include all of the information.
Out of office
It's also important that you set automatic replies when you are unavailable including when you are attending training or on annual leave. Please ensure your automatic reply includes details of when you'll be available again and a name and email address of someone who can be contacted in your absence.
Shared mailboxes
If you manage any shared mailboxes, please ensure you check to make sure any signatures or automatic replies are up-to-date and contain the correct contact details.
More guidance on the use of email is available.