What is the best way to decline a job offer?

Be honest with them, they will respect you for it and then ask them if they know of a place where you might be a better fit.

Since you are talking to a person already in that field, they will have other contacts and if you are kind and honest with them, I see no reason why they would not help you.

They will feel honored that you were honest with them since most people try and avoid confrontation and the truth in same situations.

Be brave and go for it.

Write a professional letter (you can do it on Microsoft Word) thanking the company for the generous offer. However, at this time, you have already accepted other employment, and wish them well in their search for a suitable candidate.

Write a letter thanking them for the opportunity, and for taking the time to meet with you. Tell them that your circumstances have changed, and you are no longer seeking employment. Thank them again in closing and Good bye!

I would give them a call to let them know. Then follow that up with a letter briefly politely declining the position and thanking them for the opportunity and for their time.

I think a letter would be the best thing to do...very polite and straightforward, thanking them for the offer but your current situation has changed etc etc

tell them you have thought about it and under the circumstances you are going to decline.

tell them you have already accepted another position.