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Anonymous

08/15/20 at 8:59PM UTC

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Experience with applying for a similar position with a company you previously had a job offer with and turned down to low salary?

I feel I made a mistake by turning down a job offer with a great company earlier (pre pandemic) this year due to a low salary offer, which they were set on. I really liked the people I interviewed with and would be working with them, and is close to home. It's also a very stable company and has been around about 40 years. I received another job offer with another company, and the salary was closer to what I was looking for. Shortly after I started working there, it was changed to a contract job, the Pandemic hit, and I was laid off due to this. I've stayed in touch with the recruiter from the company in which I turned down the job offer. I really would like to work with them,and saw a position posted which I would be a great fit for. My question is,do you think they would seriously consider me for the position if I apply? Would really appreciate the feedback. Thank you! .pany

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Jessica K.

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08/24/20 at 9:45PM UTC

I would definitely apply and sounds like you didn't burn any bridges previously. My only thought is: are you really willing to settle on the salary because you need something now? I've been in the position where I've taken a pay cut despite really wanting the job, but it comes with some negative impacts. Assume you've already thought through this but wanted to bring up just in case.

Denise Perreira

123

08/18/20 at 6:34PM UTC

Wonderful suggestion!

631

Accounting consultant

08/18/20 at 5:50PM UTC

Pursue the opportunity. If you get an interview and they ask about your weaknesses or a time you made a mistake tell about the decision to go with the other company, and that you regret accepting the offer earlier and hope to move forward.

Joanna Poe

1.52k

08/18/20 at 1:45PM UTC

You rarely get something you don't ask for. 2020 has seen so many changes, they'll likely be understanding that your situation has changed. Are you willing to go for their lower pay? Maybe the benefits offset it?

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 3:38PM UTC

Thank you, have had a lot of time to reflect on what's important to me and put things into perspective.

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 1:37PM UTC

As someone who actively recruits and hires for my company, you should definitely go for it but be prepared for a few different scenerios depending how the company's process works. 1. They say no 2. They may give you an opportunity but they may interview you more rigorously 3. Be prepared to answer exactly why this company is now a good fit when it was not previously. And note (this may come out harsh but its not meant to be) the answer cannot be "well the job I picked did not work out". That will send red flags as being a second choice pick. Be prepared with solid answers of why you feel this company is now a better choice and your plans to stay there and grow Either way, you won't know until you try!

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 3:35PM UTC

Thank you for your honest input from an HR perspective, appreciated!

Christina Cord

08/17/20 at 5:45PM UTC

This would be a missed opportunity for you if you didn't reach out to the recruiter and apply! The worst that they can say is no. Recruiters understand that people turn down jobs due to not being able to come to an agreement about money, and I don't believe that that take that personally. They would do the same thing themselves. Reach back out and mention that you would love the opportunity to interview again as this is a great company that you haven't forgotten about and are still very interested in. Be confident!

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 3:05PM UTC

Thank you!

Karen Berger

An innovative leader in high growth industries

08/16/20 at 3:09PM UTC

I agree with all the previous advice. The company wanted you before, which is a great sign. Be open and honest with the recruiter. Good luck!

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 1:03AM UTC

Thank you

Anonymous

08/16/20 at 1:49PM UTC

Definitely apply! The worst thing they can say is no. The best thing they can say is 'you're hired' - but only if you give them the chance by applying. Go for it!

Denise Perreira

123

08/18/20 at 1:05AM UTC

Thank you!

Julie Bisch

08/15/20 at 6:14PM UTC

Yes, apply! Yes, reach out to the others to express your interest. I have been in your shoes but twice turned down positions that were offered. I expressed interest a 3rd time, was invited to interview, offered the job, and been with my current boss for over a year now. I regret not taking the offer the first time but am sitting in a good place with a great boss and team.

Denise Perreira

123

08/15/20 at 6:19PM UTC

That's great to hear, Thank you!

Anonymous

08/15/20 at 3:50PM UTC

I would reach out to the recruiter you worked with and try again. Everyone understands how turbulent things are with the economy and pandemic...they will understand why you are no longer with that other company. And finding good hires is really hard. They already found you earlier...saves them time in the hiring process!

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 1:08PM UTC

Absolutely! The fact that you WANT to be there is significant. Sounds like this may be a better role for you anyway.

Anonymous

08/18/20 at 3:17PM UTC

Thank you for responding & I really would like to work for the company & really felt a strong rapport with the hiring managers!

Denise Perreira

123

08/15/20 at 5:57PM UTC

Thank you, that's what I'm hoping for. I also have the names of the people I interviewed with,should I reach out to them as well to let them know I'm still very interested?