The Job Application Withdrawal Letter is an essential business communication tool used in the German job market when an applicant needs to formally withdraw their application from consideration. This document becomes necessary when an applicant has accepted another position, changed their career plans, or for any other reason wishes to cease being considered for a role. The letter must comply with German business communication standards and legal requirements, including the Bürgerliches Gesetzbuch (BGB) regarding formal communications and the EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) concerning personal data handling. It typically includes the applicant's contact information, reference to the original application, clear statement of withdrawal, and may include requests for document return or data deletion. The document serves both legal and professional purposes, helping maintain good business relationships while protecting the applicant's rights under German law.

1. Sender's Contact Information: Full name, address, email, and phone number of the applicant

2. Recipient's Information: Company name, relevant department/person, and full address

3. Date: Current date in German format (DD.MM.YYYY)

4. Reference Line: Include job posting reference number and position title applied for

5. Subject Line: Clear indication that this is a withdrawal of job application

6. Salutation: Formal greeting to the appropriate contact person

7. Main Content: Clear statement of withdrawal and reference to the original application

8. Closing: Professional closing phrase and signature