Cover Letter – After Interview: Reject Offer Letter

Accepted Counter Offer

January 1, 2006

Vincent Beyer
75502 Hammond Circle
Baltimore, MD 21209

Dear Mr. Beyer:
I appreciated the time we have spent together and the opportunity I had to learn about your company’s goals and objectives. It is always rewarding to learn of new and creative ways to approach challenges in the workforce. I wanted you to know that I have chosen to pursue another path and will be removing my name from consideration for this position.
My current employer, _______________(COMPANY), has made a counteroffer of a new position and raise that I simply could not refuse. Please know that it was a difficult choice, as I found your company to be a progressive and expansive firm. I would have enjoyed the opportunity to working with your talented staff.

I want to wish you well in your continued search for the right person to fill the position. Thank you for your time and consideration.
Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

Decide to Relocate

January 1, 2006

Mike Anderson
31929 Evans Circle
Ballwin, MO 63011

Dear Mr. Anderson:

It is an honor that you have chosen me for the position of _______________(TITLE). Unfortunately, I am unable to accept the position.

My decision not to work for _______________(COMPANY) at this time is based solely on the fact that I have accepted another offer in _______________(LOCATION) and feel that relocating is the best option for me.

Thank you again for your help and consideration.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

Going Back to School

January 1, 2006

William Robey
1930 Bluerock Common
New Castle, CA 91360-0396

Dear Mr. Robey:

I would like to thank you for extending me an offer to work for _______________(COMPANY) in the capacity of _______________ (TITLE). At this time, however, I have chosen to pursue another opportunity.

I have decided to return to college to continue my education in this field and to broaden both my skills and experience at _______________(SKILL).

Thank you for your time and help throughout this process. I will always retain a favorable memory of your firm.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

Need Greater Challenges

January 1, 2006

Nick Engel
5501 Polaris Common
Arlington, TX 76016

Dear Mr. Engel:
I appreciated the time we have spent together and the opportunity I had to learn about your company’s goals and objectives. It is always rewarding to learn of new and creative ways to approach challenges in the workforce. I wanted you to know that I have chosen to pursue another path and will be removing my name from consideration for this position.

After working for _______________(NUMBER) years in the _______________(FIELD) field, I feel I am ready for greater challenges and opportunities. _______________(COMPANY) has extended a job offer that fulfills my requirements and I have accepted their offer.

I enjoyed meeting with you and getting to know more about your company and your staff. You have created an outstanding team.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling

Personal Circumstances

January 1, 2006

Andrea Cash
79073 Oak Terrace
Apt. 321
Pinehurst, NC 28374

Dear Ms. Cash:
I have deeply appreciated the past time you have given me in our interview process and the information about your firm that you have shared with me. I also would like to thank you for choosing me for the position of _______________(TITLE). Unfortunately, at this time, I am unable to accept.

Under normal circumstances, it would be a pleasure to accept your offer to work for _______________(COMPANY). Recent family circumstances, however, have forced me to choose another path.

I would like to extend my sincere thanks for your consideration. If I can be of any further assistance to you, please do not hesitate to contact me again in the future.

Sincerely,

Drew Sterling