sample job offer rejection letter due to low salary

Formal Notice of Declination of Employment Offer

Instructions for Use

• Fill in all bracketed fields with the specific information relevant to your situation and the offer received.
• Send this correspondence via email or formal mail to your primary point of contact (typically the recruiter or hiring manager) within 48 hours of your decision.
• Keep a copy of the sent correspondence for your personal records; do not include sensitive financial data or specific competitor offer details unless you intend to negotiate further.

Parties & Definitions

This Declination of Offer (the "Notice") is submitted by [Your Full Name] (the "Candidate") to [Company Name] (the "Company") regarding the offer of employment dated [Date of Offer Letter] for the position of [Job Title] (the "Offer").

Operative Clauses

1. Formal Declination. The Candidate hereby formally declines the Offer extended by the Company for the position of [Job Title].
2. Reason for Declination. The Candidate has carefully reviewed the terms of the Offer. After thorough consideration, the Candidate has determined that the proposed base compensation of [Offered Salary Amount] does not align with current market expectations for the responsibilities and requirements of the role.
3. Professional Gratitude. The Candidate expresses sincere appreciation for the time and effort extended by the hiring team during the recruitment process. The Candidate maintains a high regard for the Company’s mission and the [Department Name] team.
4. Non-Disclosure. The Candidate acknowledges that all proprietary information shared during the interview process remains subject to any previously signed Non-Disclosure Agreements (NDAs).
5. Future Consideration. [ ] The Candidate is open to future discussions should the Company’s compensation structure for this role be adjusted. / [ ] The Candidate is not open to further discussion regarding this specific position.

Signature & Acknowledgment

By signing below, the Candidate confirms their decision to decline the Offer as stated above.

Signature: __________

Printed Name: [Your Full Name]

Title: [Your Current or Prospective Title]

Date: [Date of Signing]

Legal Disclaimer: This document serves as a general template for professional communication. It does not constitute legal advice. Employment laws, notice requirements, and contractual obligations vary by jurisdiction. Please consult with qualified legal counsel regarding your specific employment situation and local labor laws.