Declining a Job Offer
Turn down an offer while keeping the relationship intact for the future.
📋 Template
Subject: Job Offer - [Your Name] Hi [Hiring Manager Name], Thank you so much for the generous offer to join [Company] as a [Title]. While this was a difficult decision, I will be declining the offer. I have decided to [accept another role / stay at my current company] that better aligns with my specific career goals for [Specific area like 'managing a larger team' or 'transitioning to fintech']. I genuinely appreciated the time you and the rest of the team spent interviewing me. I was incredibly impressed by the culture at [Company] and the work you're doing on [Project]. I hope we can stay in touch, and I wish you all the best in finding the right candidate for the position. Best regards, [Your Name]
💡 Pro Tip
Call them first if possible, but follow up immediately with this email for their records. Be honest but vague about the specific reason.
📌 When to Use This Template
Job searching, Rejecting clients
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