I have recently started to look out for a job change. I turned my profile to actively looking for the job change, and based on that, I got a call regarding a similar opening. The company is credible enough; they have a decade of experience in the market. I went through the phone discussion and got shortlisted for the face-to-face interview. Even the face-to-face interview experience was remarkably good; they treated me well, and the company's infrastructure was good. Levels and intellectuals of tasks and discussions are good. I cleared all the rounds and eventually got selected. But here is when the suspicion starts to arise.
They have discussed the remunerations with me and finalized a mutually agreeable number, but they refused to send an official offer letter with the proposed job title and the details of the remuneration, and asked me to confirm my joining date. All I got is a sole mail from my recruiter stating 'Offer indication mail,' and it vaguely describes that I have been offered employment in their organization and they asked me to bring some details of mine on the date of joining. No job title was mentioned, no exact remunerations were mentioned, but instead, a line stating we are agreeing on the financial part you have confirmed with our HR Team (but no written acknowledgment of that).
After having a detailed discussion with them, still, they convinced me that this is the process been followed around there since the start and they are orally acknowledging all the terms and conditions, including my job title and remuneration details and my joining date, but no written commitment is given nor an acknowledgment to my mail stating all the discussions we agreed upon. The company looks more credible and promising having established a brand value, the role looks aligning with my goal more than enough. But this little discrete act of them is causing me second thoughts.
I would like to have a pioneer's advice on this scenario; I need it to clear my head. Like, can I proceed with this offer, can I trust them and accept this offer? Or should I turn it down based on this suspicious refraining to disclosing policy?
From India, Alwarpet
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They have discussed the remunerations with me and finalized a mutually agreeable number, but they refused to send an official offer letter with the proposed job title and the details of the remuneration, and asked me to confirm my joining date. All I got is a sole mail from my recruiter stating 'Offer indication mail,' and it vaguely describes that I have been offered employment in their organization and they asked me to bring some details of mine on the date of joining. No job title was mentioned, no exact remunerations were mentioned, but instead, a line stating we are agreeing on the financial part you have confirmed with our HR Team (but no written acknowledgment of that).
After having a detailed discussion with them, still, they convinced me that this is the process been followed around there since the start and they are orally acknowledging all the terms and conditions, including my job title and remuneration details and my joining date, but no written commitment is given nor an acknowledgment to my mail stating all the discussions we agreed upon. The company looks more credible and promising having established a brand value, the role looks aligning with my goal more than enough. But this little discrete act of them is causing me second thoughts.
I would like to have a pioneer's advice on this scenario; I need it to clear my head. Like, can I proceed with this offer, can I trust them and accept this offer? Or should I turn it down based on this suspicious refraining to disclosing policy?
From India, Alwarpet
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Dear Friend,
Based on my knowledge, this is a risky choice.
1. Brand companies share their official offer letters with the candidates.
2. Do not solely rely on communication.
If you would like more details about a specific company, please provide the company name, and I will furnish you with the information.
From India, Mumbai
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454Based on my knowledge, this is a risky choice.
1. Brand companies share their official offer letters with the candidates.
2. Do not solely rely on communication.
If you would like more details about a specific company, please provide the company name, and I will furnish you with the information.
From India, Mumbai
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Hi,
You may accept the offer with a small write-up. "I agree with the offer subject to the fixation of the salary of Rs. ___ as discussed and mutually agreed at your office on ____." On the day of joining, before signing the Appointment letter acceptance, please check your compensation to ensure it aligns with your discussion. If not, refuse to sign the appointment letter. Also, please insist on receiving the appointment order on the day of joining.
From India, Madras
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You may accept the offer with a small write-up. "I agree with the offer subject to the fixation of the salary of Rs. ___ as discussed and mutually agreed at your office on ____." On the day of joining, before signing the Appointment letter acceptance, please check your compensation to ensure it aligns with your discussion. If not, refuse to sign the appointment letter. Also, please insist on receiving the appointment order on the day of joining.
From India, Madras
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Some companies merely send an intimation about their selection just to enable the candidate to put in his resignation with their current employer. This case seems to be similar. From your narration, there does not seem to be anything awkward. However, to put yourselves in a safer place, you can send a reply email stating that "I accept your offer subject to the fixation of my salary @ rs. and other perks, as has been mutually discussed and agreed to and shall be reporting to your company on joining on..."
Carry the print-outs of the emails (their email and your reply) and politely demand a detailed Offer of Appointment before completing your joining formalities.
From India, Aizawl
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Carry the print-outs of the emails (their email and your reply) and politely demand a detailed Offer of Appointment before completing your joining formalities.
From India, Aizawl
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