Rejection after interview

Respectful, specific, keeps the door open. Replace the double-brace placeholders before sending.

Subject: Update on your application for {{Role}}

Hi {{FirstName}},

Thank you for the time you put into the {{Round}} round. We have decided to go ahead with another candidate for this role.

{{One honest, kind sentence on what stood out and what tipped the decision, if appropriate.}}

We would like to stay in touch for {{related roles}} in the coming months, if you are open to that.

Wishing you well,
{{YourName}}

Rejection after interview

Set up in an afternoon. Hire from tomorrow.