Document background
The We Regret To Inform You Letter is a crucial document in the German recruitment process, used to formally communicate a negative hiring decision to job applicants. It must be drafted in accordance with German legal requirements, particularly the General Equal Treatment Act (AGG) and GDPR/DSGVO, to avoid discrimination claims and ensure proper data protection. The letter typically includes acknowledgment of the application, the rejection decision, optional feedback, and information about handling personal data. In the German business context, such letters must maintain a professional and respectful tone while providing clear communication about the decision. The document serves both as a communication tool and a legal record of the recruitment process.
