Still thinking about joining [company name]? Let’s talk.
Tone: Conversational, Warm, Curious
You reached out to someone, or maybe they applied a while ago. Then, silence. This line is your way back in.
This Subject Line Can Also Be:
- Wondering if [job title] at [company] is still on your mind?
- Noticed you paused, so I paused too. Want to chat?
[First name], your skills caught our eye
Type: Recruitment, Personalized, Professional
Tone: Friendly, human, attention-grabbing
Adding the candidate’s name isn’t a new trick, but when paired with a compliment or relevant phrase, it works better.
This approach subtly flatters the reader while hinting that the opportunity is tailored. Be sure to follow up with specific skills in the body of your message, or it will feel insincere.
Open role at [Company name] that fits your background
Type: Recruitment, Company-Specific, Targeted
Tone: Direct, specific, value-oriented
Here’s a straightforward subject line that cuts the fluff. With the brand mentioned, people know where an opportunity is coming from.
The phrase fits your background works well for mid-to-senior-level roles where experience matters more than degrees.
We’re hiring. Want to chat?
Type: Casual, Early Stage, Direct Outreach
This one keeps things simple and chill. It’s great for startups or companies with a relaxed tone of voice. No fluff. No jargon. Just an offer to talk.
You might like this role at [Company]
Type: Recruitment, suggestive, soft-sell
Tone: Casual, humble, warm
Sometimes, soft beats bold. This line reads like a tip from a friend, which is why it works.
It’s an ideal subject line for companies hiring for UX, CX, or community roles, where tone and culture matter more than job titles. Readers feel free to explore or skip it, which is why they’re more likely to open it.
We’re growing and think you’d thrive here
Type: Recruitment, Growth-Driven, Team Culture
Tone: Optimistic, inclusive, reassuring
This recruiting line paints a picture: a growing team in a supportive environment with a role that the reader might love. It’s not just “We want you,” it’s “You’ll do well here.”
Your portfolio = impressive. Let’s talk?
Type: Recruitment, Creative Talent, Direct
Tone: Bold, compliment-driven, confident
When you’re reaching out to visual designers, illustrators, writers, or developers with a public portfolio, this is gold.
Hiring for [Role title]. Thought of you
Type: Recruitment, Referral-Style, Familiar
Tone: Warm, intuitive, respectful
This subject line is like a personal message, which is why it performs so well.
You’re not selling the role. You’re sharing it, and that changes everything.
Use this phrasing for ex-coworkers, LinkedIn followers, or industry peers you respect. It feels genuine and leaves room for the reader to opt in or pass along.
Wanted to check in before I close this out
Tone:
Final, Calm, Assertive
Email Subject Line Content:
This one signals finality, which can actually increase replies. “Before I close this out” suggests that the offer or opportunity has a limited time frame.
Use it when you’ve followed up once or twice and still haven’t heard back.
It’s a soft deadline, not a hard one, and it comes across as respectful.
The tone is important; don’t sound passive-aggressive. Keep the message short and polite.
This approach is especially helpful in sales pipelines because dragging out an unresponsive lead can hurt your forecast. However, it also works for job recruitment and open feedback loops.
