After hours work email

Here are a few examples of after-hours work email templates:

Example 1: Simple Acknowledgement

Subject: Out of Office - After Hours Response

Dear [Name],

Thank you for reaching out to me after hours. I'm currently unavailable, but I'll respond to your email as soon as possible during my next working day. If you have an urgent matter, please contact [Name of backup contact or manager].

Best regards, [Your Name]

Example 2: Providing Alternative Contact

Subject: Out of Office - After Hours Response

Dear [Name],

I'm currently out of the office and will respond to your email during my next working day. If you have an urgent matter, please contact [Name of backup contact or manager] at [Backup contact's email or phone number].

Thank you for your understanding.

Best regards, [Your Name]

Example 3: Providing a Brief Explanation

Subject: Out of Office - After Hours Response

Dear [Name],

I'm currently out of the office and unavailable to respond to emails after hours. I'm working on [briefly mention a project or task] and will respond to your email during my next working day.

If you have an urgent matter, please contact [Name of backup contact or manager].

Thank you for your understanding.

Best regards, [Your Name]

Example 4: Automated Response

Subject: Out of Office - Automated Response

Dear [Name],

This is an automated response to let you know that I'm currently out of the office and unavailable to respond to emails after hours. I'll respond to your email during my next working day.

Thank you for your understanding.

Best regards, [Your Name]

Remember to customize the template to fit your company's tone and style, and to include any necessary information such as your backup contact's details or a brief explanation of your work.