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 applied for a job that listed an hourly pay of $20-$25 and received an offer of $21. I was hoping for something closer to $25, so I tried to negotiate. However, they informed me that the salary range was actually $17-$20, claiming they offered me a higher amount because I was a strong candidate.

When I pointed out that the job posting stated $20-$25, the person I spoke to seemed confused, but I have a screenshot as proof. This situation took me by surprise, and I feel misled. I could really use some advice on how to handle this without coming off as difficult, as I’m worried that bringing it up again may risk losing the job offer.

Fake Profiles

Fake Profiles Alert

I’ve noticed a concerning trend lately: we’ve encountered profiles that don’t quite match up with reality. Specifically, we’ve seen Polish candidates with Polish names who, when interviewed over the phone, sound more like they’re from China.

Some of these individuals have managed to secure interviews, and it’s become evident that they’re searching for answers to technical questions online during the process.

I’m curious if anyone else has experienced this. What could their motive be? Even if they were to receive a job offer, they wouldn’t have the legal right to work, rendering the opportunity useless. What drives them to pursue this?

Starting a recruitment business.

Starting a Recruitment Business

Hi everyone! As the title indicates, my partner and I are eager to launch a recruitment business.

With our backgrounds in working with locum staff in the NHS, we have some valuable experience to draw from.

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

If anyone has suggestions on where we might be able to acquire such a database, we’d greatly appreciate your guidance. We previously contacted a company, but they informed us that they don’t sell it for this purpose. I also tried reaching out to a former employer to learn about their source, but unfortunately, they were not willing to share that information.

Thank you in advance 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 have a solid background in operations, having successfully managed several small businesses, and I’m currently serving as an Operations Manager at a thriving FinTech company. While recruitment isn’t my specialty, I’m considering launching a side project to create some additional income.

My idea is to collaborate with a recruitment professional who is also looking to start their own venture. They would offer their expertise in recruitment and client acquisition, while I would take care of the operational aspects—such as administration, website management, accounting, CRM, social media, and sales support.

The main hurdle is that I can only commit 10-20 hours per week initially. I’m uncertain how attractive this arrangement would be, and I understand it might be challenging to find someone in recruitment who’s not restricted by NDAs or other obligations.

I would love to hear your perspectives. Does this seem like a viable strategy, or are there challenges I might be overlooking? Any insights would be greatly appreciated!

Thank you!

Navigating starting an agency

Starting an Agency: Seeking Guidance

Hello everyone! I’m a lurker here and this is my first post.

I have a hypothetical question for the group. Imagine you’re currently working at a tech-focused recruitment agency, and an angel investment group reaches out with an offer to fund you in starting your own agency, with a timeline of about 1.5 years.

What initial steps would you take to make this a reality?

Thanks in advance for your insights!

Work recruitment agency

Recruitment Agency Experience
Has anyone here worked at a recruitment agency before? I’d love to hear your thoughts on the experience. Did you encounter 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 just need to vent a bit about my job search, and any advice would be greatly appreciated. I’m a 25-year-old Physics graduate and a qualified teacher with two years of experience in the UK. Due to current life circumstances, I’m seeking remote work. However, after a few months of searching, I haven’t had much luck finding anything beyond minimum wage positions that don’t require any real qualifications. I’m trying to steer clear of traditional teaching roles, but I’m open to opportunities in other areas, including education.

I feel stuck in a peculiar situation: I’ve graduated too long ago to apply for graduate programs, but I still lack the extensive experience that many employers are looking for in other fields.

Thanks for taking the time to read about my frustrations!

I think I’ve been ghosted by a company!

Subject: Possible Ghosting from Potential Employer—Need Advice!

Hi everyone,

I think I might have been ghosted by a company! Here’s a quick summary: I received an informal offer but haven’t heard anything since. What should I do next?

I interviewed successfully for a position with a UK utilities provider in August. The interview process was great—the team was friendly, and both the recruiter and hiring manager seemed really engaged.

After receiving the offer, they were very complimentary, which made me feel confident they wanted me on board. We took about a week to finalize the terms and conditions (just a small salary increase), and I completed the necessary paperwork via DocuSign while I was away on September 9th.

Since then, I’ve heard absolutely nothing. I’ve reached out via email and WhatsApp to the recruiter, and even left a voicemail after returning to the UK yesterday.

I want to think that this is just a sign of disorganization or that someone might be on leave, but I’m beginning to feel like I’ve been ghosted.

I’m scheduled to start next Monday! What’s the best way to handle this situation?

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’m on hold for two weeks. Is this a common situation?

I just wrapped up my final interview for a position last Friday, and they mentioned I’d hear back either yesterday or today. They reached out and said:

“As we move forward in the selection process, we’d like to better understand your salary expectations for this role.”

After I provided my salary range, they replied with:

“We are currently reviewing all applications and expect to update you on the status within the next two weeks. If anything changes or if we have additional updates before then, we will be sure to contact you.”

Is this typical? It seems like they might be weighing multiple candidates and using salary as a factor in their decision. What are your thoughts? A friend of mine thinks it might be a sign of price gouging or that I’m the backup candidate.

High volume recruiting HELP

Seeking Advice on High-Volume Recruiting

Hello everyone! I’m a recruiter and could use some insight.

I started a new position about a month and a half ago, and I’m thrilled with my company and the role I have. However, I’ve found myself struggling to keep up with some of my requisitions, and I’m curious if it’s common to take a few months to acclimate to high-volume recruiting.

Here’s a bit about my background:
– 2 years in agency recruitment, focusing primarily on sourcing candidates.
– 1.5 years in corporate talent acquisition, which involved a limited candidate pool and very few applicants.

Currently, I’m back in internal recruiting, managing 12 job postings across 5 different cities, totaling 18 positions. While it may not seem like an overwhelming number, the constant turnover in some locations means that positions often remain open for longer. Each job posting attracts around 50-150 applicants, and I’m primarily working with entry-level roles, which is new territory for me.

I’ve been trying to keep my applicant pool manageable, but even at its lowest, it’s still the largest number of warm applicants I’ve ever dealt with. While I’m performing reasonably well, I’m facing challenges with two of my cities. Managing my time effectively has been tough—I often find myself working early and late, feeling like there’s never enough time in the day. I wish I could reach out to every applicant, but it just hasn’t been feasible.

On the positive side, I’m fortunate to have amazing leadership—truly the best I’ve ever experienced. But is it typical to need this long to adjust to high-volume recruiting? I’d appreciate any tips or advice you can share! Thank you!