Considering the reason for the rejection, write a polite rejection letter for rejecting a candidate. Reason: You came in second

D ear [ C andid ate Name ], \n Thank you for your interest in the position we discussed during our interview . We appreciate the time you took to meet with us and share your qual ifications . \n After careful consideration , we have decided to move forward with another candidate whose skills and experience better align with the needs of the role . While you were a strong cont ender , unfortunately , you did not rank as the top choice for this particular position . \n Please know that this decision was based sole ly on the requirements of the job and the qual ifications of the candidates we interview ed . We wish you the best of luck in your job search and hope that you will find the right opportunity for your skills and experience . \n Thank you again for your time and interest in our company . \n S in cer ely , \n [ Your Name ] </s>