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.
You don't burn bridges if you respectfully decline any offer of employment. Just say, ``Thanks for the wonderful opportunity; I really wish I could work with you but I just accepted something else.'' You don't owe them an explanation of why.
Focus on the matters that influenced your decision without mentioning why you accepted a different offer. When you turn down a job offer while being positive about it, you won't burn bridges. You reassure the employer that your decision wasn't due to their shortcomings.
Once you decline, it's highly likely you won't be offered this position again. Turning down a job might feel intimidating, but when it's done well, it will enable you to keep your professional network intact.
Thank you for your offer of Job title at Company name. I am delighted to formally accept the offer, and I am very much looking forward to joining the team. As discussed, my starting salary will be Agreed starting salary, rising to Increased salary following a successful probationary period of 3 months.
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. Thank you for your time.
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.
How to Reject Candidates Without Burning Bridges Reject Promptly (and Kindly) ... Personalize Emails When Applicable. Request Feedback on the Candidate Experience. Consider a Phone Call For Late-Stage Candidates. Notify Promising Candidates About Future Job Openings.
Acceptance Letter Format I am writing to confirm my acceptance of your employment offer from April 1. I am delighted to be joining International Engineering Corporation as a Project Manager. The work is exactly what I have prepared for and hoped to do.
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.
Thank you for your offer of Job title at Company name. I am delighted to formally accept the offer, and I am very much looking forward to joining the team. As discussed, my starting salary will be Agreed starting salary, rising to Increased salary following a successful probationary period of 3 months.