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“Unfortunately we’ve decided to move forward with candidates whose experience more closely aligns with the role.”

“We’ll keep your résumé on file and reach out if something opens up.”

“After careful consideration, we’ve decided not to move forward to the next stage.”

“The team has taken the time to review your profile and has decided not to move forward at this time.”

“We’ve decided not to move forward with your application.”

“Although your background is impressive, we regret to inform you that we have decided to pursue other candidates for the positions at this time.”

“We’re growing — keep checking our Careers page for our latest openings!”

“We loved you, but the role has been put on hold indefinitely.”

“Unfortunately, after careful consideration, the client have decided to move forward with other candidates whose qualifications more closely align with the current requirements of the position.”

“Please note, we have received many applications for this role and the search has been very competitive. While we were impressed with your qualifications, it is unfortunate that we won’t be proceeding with your application at this time.”

“At this time we have decided not to move forward with your application for our [role] position.”

“While we have decided to move forward with another candidate for this specific opening, we would love to keep in touch. If you’re open to it, we’d like to keep your resume and contact info on file so we can reach out the moment a new opportunity opens up that aligns with your expertise.”

“All the best to you! Best regards, Human Resources [Invalid Variable]”

“The hiring manager chose to progress candidates whose experience more closely aligned with the specific needs of the role.”

“After reviewing all applications and portfolios, the hiring manager decided to move forward with candidates whose experience and backgrounds are a stronger match for our current needs.”

“You were our second choice. We’ll let you know if the first one doesn’t work out.”

“It was a very close call.”

“The team is still discussing any 'adjustments’ regarding the needs for this role based on upcoming projects.”

“I wanted to offer some feedback rather than send a generic rejection. We needed someone comfortable moving between different parts of a small product environment. Your examples showed strong depth in your main language, but less so on the broader areas of tech we will work with.”done properly

“Unfortunately, you haven’t met the requirements for this position.”

“[company] is pausing discussions with candidates because they are in the process of extending an offer to a candidate who was further along in the process.”

“While your qualifications are a good match we have decided to go with other candidates.”

“Thank you for your meticulous design assignment that you’ve done. However at this time, we have decided to close the position until a need for it opens up in the future.”

“The decision has nothing to do with your superior performance.”

“Wow, that’s an amazing career and unique background.”