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Decline an offer politely
Saying no well protects the relationship. Be quick, kind and brief, and edit the message before you send it.
Takes about 2 minutes
Your message
Dear [their first name], Thank you very much for offering me the [role] role at [company]. I enjoyed meeting the team and I appreciate the time everyone gave me. After careful thought, I have decided that the role is not the right fit for me at this time. I'm sorry to disappoint you, and I hope I can stay in touch. Kind regards, [your name]
Built in your browser from fixed templates. Nothing is saved or sent. If you were referred, tell your referrer too. This is general wording, not legal advice.
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Tools on this site were last updated on 17 Oct 2026. They give general information, not advice for your situation.