Interviewing with potential employer for weeks now, have realized I dont want the job (not the right culture fit + didnt vibe with a sr person in interview). How do I tell them w/o seeming like a jerk

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I wouldn't be as direct as you are here for obvious reasons but you can always say that you've given it some thought and feel like you're not ready to move forward at this time. Don't explain why or ramble on. Switch immediately after making that statement to thanking them profusely and complimenting them on success/growth/whatever you feel appropriate and true and that's it. If they push asking if there's another option, just say that you haven't decided on your next career move but you're not quite ready to move or join them yet - essentially nicely repeating the same as before but worded a bit differently.

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Simply schedule time with the lead recruiter and explain. Be direct with your reasoning.

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Thank you! Appreciate the advice. Haven’t had to do this in years, and the last time the news was received very unprofessionally. I think I’m still a bit scarred from the experience, to be honest.

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To add context - I’ve been told verbally that the “job is mine” but no formal offer on the table yet. Still one more interview (today) with global person. Planning on taking the interview because I didn’t want to bail last minute, but then letting them know afterwards. 😬

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