Don't feel bad if this happens to you. You're not the first candidate who has said "yes" to a job offer, but had second thoughts. Even though the employer would be thrilled to have you on board, they would prefer you to let them know before you start the job.
If you start a job then quit, the employer will have to start the hiring process from scratch. That's harder than having to go back to the candidate pool to consider other applicants. There are strategies you can use to professionally decline a job offer, even if you have accepted it already. Why do candidates have second thoughts after they have said "yes" to a new job? This situation can happen for several reasons.
After you've thought about it some more, the position might not seem as good as it did when you first accepted the offer. Perhaps a family emergency has changed your situation, or you have gotten a dream job opportunity that you just can't turn down. Given the length of the hiring process in some circumstances, you may have rethought your objectives and decided to shift your career course. Do keep in mind that it's not just you.
Turning down a job offer after you have already accepted it can be an uncomfortable experience. However, as long as you have not signed an employment contract with the company, you are legally allowed to change your mind.
If you've signed an agreement, depending on the contract, you might still be able to turn down the job without any legal consequences. By turning the job down quickly and politely, you hopefully can maintain a positive relationship with the employer. It's better to decline the offer than to quit shortly after taking the job. It's more expensive for the company to onboard you, then start over with a new candidate search.
You also may have to explain why you quit a job you just started during subsequent interviews. Think it through carefully. Once you turn down a job you previously accepted, there is no going back. Declining may also negatively impact your chances of future consideration for positions at the organization.
Therefore, think carefully about the pros and cons of rejecting the job. Read your contract. If you have already signed an employment contract , read through it carefully to make sure there will be no legal repercussions to rejecting the job. For example, some contracts say that you have a specific window of time during which you can reject the job or that you have to give a certain number of days' notice.
Check with a lawyer or employment expert to make sure there will be no legal consequences for rejecting the job. Don't wait. Let the employer know as soon as you realize you no longer want to accept the position. The sooner you let the hiring manager know, the sooner the employer can start looking for your replacement. He or she will appreciate your swift communication.
Be honest, but tactful. Let the employer know why you changed your mind, but do so without insulting the hiring manager or the company. If you realized that you don't think you will get along with the other employees, simply say that you do not believe you would fit in with the company culture. If you found a job that you are much more interested in, explain that you were offered a job that is more in line with your skillset. Do not say anything negative about the company. Be concise. Reneging is something that happens more than people realize.
However, it should never be done lightly and without serious consideration. The answer is entirely situational and individual dependent. On one hand, hiring can take a while. There is no guarantee that the call from your dream company will bear fruit in terms of a job offer. This could lead to serious repercussions in terms of performance and promotion. While it is okay to safeguard your interests and act accordingly, remember that there is always a cost-benefit with such a choice.
Consider this: the cost might not be worth what you perceive you will gain. Likely, you will have zero chance of working for that same company in the future. You must weigh if closing that door forever is something your reputation and future career can handle.
Also, if you worked with an internal recruiter or a staffing firm to secure your current job offer or position, remember that recruiters move around and they talk. So do managers and employees who may have been involved in your hiring process. If you renege, they might remember you down the road when you apply to a future company at which they are employed. Damaging your reputation long term is possible.
It is likely that your dream job will still be there in the future. If the company is seriously interested in you, explain that you are deeply interested, but out of integrity, you need to stay with your new employer. This will only heighten the impression you are making and likely make them want you more. Explain that you want to keep in active contact. Next, make sure you do everything you can to deepen that relationship.
As a coach, I help the job seeker understand what it is about the current job offer that is lacking. If you think a higher salary, fewer hours or different responsibilities will make you reconsider declining the offer, consider renegotiating the terms of your employment. If you think the job would require too much of a time commitment due to a long commute, consider asking about the possibility to work remotely.
Or, if you decided that you are unable to work full time because you want to go back to school, see if they'll work with your schedule. If your decision is based on personal circumstances, consider asking the employer if they can give you extra time to make a decision.
Your situation could change and allow you to accept the offer. You should always be honest with the employer about your reasons for declining an accepted job offer, but use tact and avoid insulting the company. Keep a positive, professional tone and be concise. It is important to thank your employer for the opportunity that they have offered you. Let them know that you enjoyed meeting them during the interview and that you were impressed with the company.
Focus on the positive experiences you had with them and the things that you liked about them. You may want to work with this employer in the future or find your interviewer working with a different company that you interview with so always remain positive and grateful.
While you may be nervous to phone or meet with your employer to deliver the job rejection to them, there are advantages to doing so. Calling the employer first is professional, personal and gives you the opportunity to explain your circumstances before sending the letter.
This can improve your chances of preserving a positive relationship with them. Once you have had this conversation, you can send an official letter or email declining the offer. After you have declined the job offer, take steps to learn from this experience and try to prevent it from happening again in the future. Before accepting another job, consider the offer carefully and ask for a longer period of time to decide if you need to.
Related: How to Reply to a Job Offer. Here is a template you can modify for your own use to decline a job offer that you have already accepted:. Thank you so much for the offer for the position of [Job Title] to join [Name of Company]. I am very grateful for the time you have spent considering me and for offering me the opportunity to work with you and the team.
I was impressed with [Name of Company] and can see why you have been so successful. Unfortunately, after careful consideration, I have decided that I must decline your offer.
My circumstances mean I am now unable to join you at [Name of Company].
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