This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
This form is a sample letter in Word format covering the subject matter of the title of the form.
How to Reject a Job Applicant Politely? Show Gratitude and Acknowledge Their Efforts. Offer Supportive Guidance. Acknowledge Positive Attributes. Keep the Door for Opportunities Open. Respond to Questions Candidate Have. Proofread and Review Your Rejection. Be Transparent and Tactful Yet Polite.
I want to express my sincere gratitude for offering me the (position title) at (company name). After careful consideration and deliberation, I have decided to decline the offer at this time. I genuinely appreciate the time and effort that you and your team invested in the hiring process.
- Communicate Promptly: Notify the employer as soon as possible, ideally through a phone call followed by a formal email. - Be Honest: Provide a brief explanation for your decision without going into too much detail. - Express Gratitude: Thank them for the opportunity and express regret for any inconvenience caused.
Keep it short. Never include anything that might encourage the recipient to challenge the decision or give them any encouragement or possible justification to challenge the decision. Thank them for applying. State clearly that they were unsuccessful. Do not state any specific reason as to why they were unsuccessful.
Thank you for this opportunity to work for your company. I appreciate it very much, but I'm afraid I need to decline your offer at this time. Thank you for this offer, as well as the time you've invested in my candidacy. I'm afraid, though, after careful consideration, I've decided to stay in my current role.
Keep it short and to the point. For example, your email could say something like, thank you for offering me this position-- it's a great opportunity. However, after careful consideration, I have decided to accept a role with another company. Or I have decided not to move forward with this position.
How to write a denial letter Restate the request. To prevent unnecessary confusion, restate the request your employee made in a few brief sentences. Be specific. Provide a specific reason for your denial. Offer an alternative if possible. Remain polite and professional.
How to write a rejection letter Create an informative subject line. Thank the candidate for their time. Tell them you're no longer considering them for the position. Explain why you aren't considering them. Offer some positive aspects about their qualifications or interview.