Document background
The Overqualified Rejection Letter is a crucial document used in German employment contexts when an employer needs to decline a job application from a candidate whose qualifications substantially exceed the position requirements. This document must be drafted in compliance with German labor law, particularly the AGG (General Equal Treatment Act) and GDPR, while maintaining professional standards and protecting both the employer's interests and the candidate's dignity. It is typically used when there are legitimate business concerns about long-term retention, salary expectations, or position scope misalignment. The letter should focus on objective, business-related reasons for the rejection while potentially leaving the door open for future opportunities that better match the candidate's qualifications.
