Notice to Unsuccessful Applicants

This Notice can be used to notify unsuccessful applicants that they have not been offered a job.

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Last updated October 21, 2025

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Notice to Unsuccessful Applicants

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What is a notice to unsuccessful applicants?

A notice to unsuccessful applicants is a formal letter informing job candidates that they have not been selected for a position after applying or interviewing.
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When should you use a notice to unsuccessful applicants?

You should use this notice after completing your recruitment process to inform candidates who were not chosen, ensuring clear communication and maintaining professionalism.
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What should be in a notice to unsuccessful applicants?

The notice should include the applicant’s name, the position applied for, a polite message about the outcome, and contact details for further queries.
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Notice to Unsuccessful Applicants
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The Legal Risk Score of a Notice to Unsuccessful Applicants Template is Low

Our legal team have marked this document as low risk considering:

  • The document uses placeholders for key information such as the applicant's name, the position applied for, and the contact details for further discussion, which could lead to errors or miscommunication if not filled out correctly.
  • The document does not provide specific feedback on why the application was unsuccessful, which might not fully satisfy the applicant's understanding of their rejection or aid in their future applications.
  • There is no mention of whether the applicant can reapply in the future or if there are other potential opportunities available, which might discourage the applicant from maintaining a relationship with the organization.

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