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If you receive a job application for a suitable vacancy but the vacancy is on hold, send this model letter to acknowledge receipt and confirm the next steps.
[Sender name]
[Sender address]
[date]
[Recipient name]
[Recipient address]
Dear [Recipient first name],
Re: [insert job title]
I am writing to acknowledge receipt of your recent application for the [Position Name] role at [Company Name]. We appreciate your interest in our company and the time and effort you have put into submitting your application.
I would like to inform you that while we were impressed with your qualifications
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A job application acknowledgement letter is sent to a job applicant to confirm receipt of their application. The purpose of this letter is to inform the applicant that their application has been received and is being reviewed. In some cases, the letter may also provide information about the hiring process and timeline.
In the case where the vacancy is on hold, the acknowledgement letter would inform the applicant that their application has been received and that the hiring process for the position has been temporarily halted. It may also provide a reason for the hold, such as budget constraints or a reevaluation of the job requirements. The letter should be professional and courteous, expressing appreciation for the applicant's interest in the position and assuring them that they will be contacted if the position becomes available again in the future.
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If you are recruiting into your organisation, this model job application form template will help you to review candidates consistently and effectively.
This Application acknowledgement (vacancy on hold) letter template incorporates relevant UK laws and HR standards, including those listed below:
Yes. The Application acknowledgement (vacancy on hold) letter template is designed to be flexible and suitable for organisations of all sizes, including small businesses and charities. It follows UK employment law best practice, so even if you don't have an in-house HR team, you can confidently apply it.
Absolutely. As with the Application acknowledgement (vacancy on hold) letter template, all of our templates are drafted with the latest ACAS guidance and UK employment legislation in mind. We review and update them regularly, so you can be confident they remain compliant.
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