Decline Signature Block Job Confirmation Letter For Free

It's OK to decline a job offer you've already accepted. Life happens. Maybe another offer comes along that promises more pay, or maybe your circumstances have changed. This is a common situation, says Michael Steinitz, a senior executive director at Robert Half, a human resources consulting firm.

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.

I am sorry to let you know that I have decided to decline your offer of employment. I appreciate the opportunity and I would like to thank you for considering me. However, after further consideration, I have decided that this is not the right position for me at this time.

Dear [Hiring Manager's Name], I want to express my sincere appreciation for offering me the position of [Job Title] at [Company Name]. While I am grateful for the opportunity, I have decided to respectfully decline the offer as I have received an offer that better aligns with my career goals and aspirations.

Technically, by declining the offer after signing the offer letter, the candidate has committed a breach of contract. The company could, in theory, sue for damages. Practically though, the chances of that working are zero.

Can you back out of the job offer? Yes. Technically, anyone can turn down a job offer, back out of a job already started, or renege on an acceptance at any point. Most states operate with what is called ?at will employment.? This means the employee and the employer are not in a binding contract.