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 decline a job offer Start with appreciation. You might have several reasons for declining a job offer, and regardless of those reasons, you should decline the offer in a polite, respectful manner. Explain your decision. Give a reason politely. Be clear, concise, and respectful. Stay connected. Send it promptly.
How to decline a job offer Start with appreciation. You might have several reasons for declining a job offer, and regardless of those reasons, you should decline the offer in a polite, respectful manner. Explain your decision. Give a reason politely. Be clear, concise, and respectful. Stay connected. Send it promptly.
You can say something like, I sincerely appreciate the time that you took to share more about your organization and I enjoyed meeting everyone on the team. I'm not able to accept this offer, but I hope our paths will cross in the future. Whether it's a yay or a nay for this new job offer, best of luck to you.
Thank you for your generous offer to join Company as Job Title. I sincerely appreciate the offer and your interest in hiring me. After much deliberation, I will not be accepting the job offer, as it is unfortunately not the right fit for my career goals/interests.
Declining an offer or invite I appreciate the offer/invite, but I can't commit. I'm honored by the offer/invites, but can't. I'm flattered you considered me, but unfortunately I'll have to pass this time. I appreciate the offer/invite, but I am completely booked. Thank you for thinking of me, but I can't.
Tell them you appreciate their offer and are glad they picked you for the job. After that, mention that you will not take it and give them a reason. You don't have to go into much detail, but it's good for the employer to have a clue of why you declined their offer.
I am grateful to have been selected for this position. However, I have decided to accept a role elsewhere that better aligns with my current career goals. Therefore, I will not be able to accept your job offer. I wish you and your team the best of luck in filling this position. Thank you again for your consideration.''
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.
Thank the employer for the opportunity, express your appreciation, and explain that after careful consideration you have decided to decline the offer. Avoid negative language. Provide a brief, honest reason. You can simply say the role does not align with your career goals or that another opportunity is a better fit.
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.