I tried to negotiate a $21 job offer but they said the salary range was only $17-20, but the job posting clearly said $20-$25

I recently applied for a position that advertised a pay range of $20-$25 per hour. They offered me $21, but I was hoping for something closer to $25, so I attempted to negotiate. However, I was told that their budget for the role was only $17-$20, and that the $21 offer was actually generous given my qualifications.

When I mentioned the job posting’s stated pay range of $20-$25, the hiring manager seemed confused. Fortunately, I have a screenshot of the original posting as proof. This has left me feeling misled, and I’m unsure how to proceed. I don’t want to come off as difficult, but I’m worried that if I raise the issue again, they might withdraw the offer. Any suggestions on how to handle this situation?

Fake Profiles

Concerns About Fake Profiles

I’ve noticed a pattern in recent months where we’ve encountered profiles that don’t quite match their representations. Typically, these are Polish candidates with Polish names, but during phone conversations, they often sound more like they’re from China.

Some have managed to slip through the screening process and even secured interviews. It becomes evident that they are searching online for answers to technical questions during these interviews.

Has anyone else experienced this phenomenon? What do you think their motivations might be? Even if they were to receive an offer, they wouldn’t have the legal right to work, rendering it pointless. What drives them to do this?

Starting a recruitment business.

Launching a Recruitment Business

Hello everyone! As the title indicates, my partner and I are excited to embark on starting a recruitment business.

With our backgrounds in working with locum staff within the NHS, we believe we have valuable insights to offer.

We’re currently looking to purchase an existing database that contains details of GP surgeries and doctors.

If anyone knows where we might be able to acquire such a resource, we would greatly appreciate your guidance. We reached out to one company, but they informed us that they don’t sell databases for our intended use. I also tried to inquire with my former employer about their source, but unfortunately, I didn’t get any information.

Thank you for any help you can provide!

Looking for Advice: Teaming Up with a Recruiter to Start a Side Hustle? (UK-LDN)

Seeking Advice: Collaborating with a Recruiter for a Side Hustle (UK-LDN)

Hello everyone,

I come from a solid background in operations, having successfully managed several small businesses, and I’m currently working as an Operations Manager at a thriving FinTech company. While I may not be a recruitment expert, I’m considering launching a side project to generate some additional income.

My concept involves teaming up with a recruitment professional who is also interested in venturing into their own business. They would bring their recruitment knowledge and client acquisition skills, while I would take charge of the operational aspects—such as administration, website management, accounting, CRM, social media, and sales support.

One of the main hurdles is that I can only commit about 10–20 hours per week initially. I’m unsure how enticing that might be for a potential partner, and I recognize it could be challenging to find someone currently working in recruitment due to non-disclosure agreements and other limitations.

I would really appreciate your insights. Does this approach seem viable, or are there challenges I might not have considered? Any advice would be greatly welcomed!

Thank you!

Navigating starting an agency

Starting an Agency: Seeking Advice

Hi everyone, I’m a first-time poster here and would love your insights!

Imagine this scenario: You’re working at a tech-focused recruitment agency, and an angel investment group has shown interest in funding you to establish your own agency within the next 1.5 years.

What would be your initial steps in this journey?

Thanks in advance for your help!

Work recruitment agency

Recruitment Agency Experience

Has anyone here worked in a recruitment agency before? I’d love to hear your thoughts and experiences. Have you encountered any instances of unfair or biased treatment?

Despite my own skepticism, I was still told that my qualifications would make finding employment not too difficult..

I’m feeling frustrated and could really use some advice. I’m a 25-year-old Physics graduate and a qualified teacher with two years of experience working in the UK. Despite having solid qualifications, I find myself struggling to land a job, particularly in remote positions. I’ve been job hunting for a couple of months now, but so far, the only offers I’ve received are minimum wage jobs that don’t require any specific qualifications.

I’m trying to steer clear of traditional teaching roles, but I’m open to exploring other opportunities in education or different industries altogether. It feels like I’m caught in an awkward spot—too far removed from graduation to apply for grad schemes, yet not experienced enough for many roles that require several years of experience.

Thanks for letting me vent! Any advice or insights would be much appreciated.

I think I’ve been ghosted by a company!

Subject: Have I Been Ghosted by a Company?

Hi everyone,

So, I’ve got a bit of a situation and could really use your advice.

Here’s a quick summary: I interviewed for a position with a UK Utilities provider in August and everything seemed promising. The team was wonderful, and the hiring manager had great things to say about me during the informal offer.

After a brief pause to finalize the terms (which involved just a small salary increase), I completed the necessary paperwork via DocuSign on September 9th while I was away. However, since then, I haven’t heard a peep from them.

I’ve tried reaching out via email, WhatsApp, and even called and left a voicemail after returning to the UK yesterday.

While I’d like to believe this is just a sign of disorganization or someone being on leave, I’m starting to feel like I’ve been ghosted.

With my start date coming up next Monday, what do you think I should do?

Thanks in advance for your help!

Was asked salary, now im put on hold for 2 weeks? Is this typical?

I was asked about my salary expectations, and now I’ve been put on hold for two weeks. Is this a common scenario?

I recently finished my final interview for a job last Friday, and they indicated I should expect an update by yesterday or today. I did receive a response, which said:

“As we move forward in the selection process, we would like to gain a better understanding of your salary expectations for this role.”

After I provided my salary range, they replied:

“We are currently reviewing all applications and expect to update you on the status within the next two weeks. If there are any changes or additional updates before then, we will reach out to you.”

Is this typical? It seems like they might be caught between two candidates and are using salary as a deciding factor. What do you think? My friend suggested it could be price negotiations, or that I might be a backup candidate.

High volume recruiting HELP

Seeking Advice on High Volume Recruiting

Hello everyone!

I’m a recruiter and wanted to reach out for some guidance. I started a new role at a company I absolutely love about a month and a half ago. However, I’ve been struggling to keep up with my requisitions and I’m curious if it’s typical to take a few months to acclimate to this level of recruiting.

A bit about my background: I have two years of experience in agency recruitment, focusing solely on candidate sourcing, followed by a year and a half in corporate talent acquisition, where I dealt with only a handful of applicants due to a limited candidate pool.

Now, I’m back in internal recruiting with five different cities and a total of 12 job postings, which translates to 18 open positions. While it might not seem like a lot, the constant turnover in some locations means positions often remain unfilled. On average, I receive 50-150 applicants per job posting, primarily for entry-level roles—different from what I’m used to.

I’ve been managing my applicant pool carefully, but even at its lowest, it’s the largest number of warm candidates I’ve ever handled. I feel like I’m doing reasonably well, but I’m struggling particularly with two of my cities. Time management has become a challenge, and it often feels like there aren’t enough hours in the day to connect with everyone, especially through calls.

On a positive note, I am optimistic, thanks to the fantastic leadership I have in my current role. However, I’m wondering if it’s common to take this long to adjust to high-volume recruiting. Any tips or advice from those with similar experiences would be greatly appreciated! Thank you!