What would you do?

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December 16,2023 at 7:04PM UTC

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What would you do?

I am currently in a job I don’t love. I’m interviewing for a role with a new company, I’m working directly with their HR team, not a third party recruiter.

It is decision time! I made it to the last round of interviews (completed this week), an offer to the candidate of their choice will be made very soon.

They have just posted another role which is also a great fit for me. Do I mention interest in the new role before a decision is made or wait? If they select me for the current position I am interviewing for me, do I mention the other role? If they don’t select me, I’ll definitely mention the other role but how do I do that graciously? Both roles are within the same team with different direct supervisors. I’ve met with most of the team members and feel the culture fit is great.

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Kate HopkinsDecember 16,2023 at 9:46PM UTC
Congratulations on getting this far. Don't bring up the other role now - it could come off as you being less enthusiastic for the role you're currently interviewing for. If you do get an offer, take it and put the new opportunity out of your head. There's no way to try to explore that without potentially putting off the hiring team.
If you don't get an offer for the first role, then yes, immediately express your interest in the new role.
Joan Williams, Senior Talent Acquisition SpecialistDecember 16,2023 at 10:52PM UTC
What Kate said.
I absolutely would not bring the second position up before a decision is made on the first. You risk blowing up both opportunities.
If I was the hiring manager on the first position and my top candidate indicated they were anything but 100% all in, that would be a big concern.
If I was the hiring manager on the second position, it would also concern me - that you're looking to jump ship before you even have the job.
If you don't get an offer, then definitely bring it up - just frame it as you were so impressed by the company and everyone you met that you thought you would take a look at what other opportunities might be available and came across this new position.
AnonymousDecember 16,2023 at 11:34PM UTC
Don't get ahead of yourself. You take it a step at a time. If you jump the gun you risk losing an offer to job #1
AnonymousDecember 18,2023 at 1:46PM UTC
Wait to see what they say.
Megan LeasherDecember 18,2023 at 7:15PM UTC
Agree with others; don't bring it up now...you could make it look like you are no longer interested in the role you've been speaking about.
AnonymousDecember 19,2023 at 6:30PM UTC
Wait it out. If you get ahead of your skis on this you remove their decision and make it about you. Definitely let them decide they want to hire you. If they decline you for that role then let them know you are also interested in the one newly posted and hope to be considered for that one.
Liz MilneDecember 20,2023 at 12:33AM UTC
I would stick with the current position you're interviewing for and give them a chance to say, 'Hey, we're not going to use you for this position, but we think you might suit [the second position] better' by themselves. If they're decent managers, your suitability will present itself.
AnonymousDecember 20,2023 at 2:28PM UTC
I'd write to the HR team and express your interest in both roles and note your preference. Explain if one role doesn't seem like a good fit, you'd like to be considered for the other role. You will know which role you'd rather be in and it will save them interview time since you've already gotten familar with the company and team.
Joann S. LublinDecember 20,2023 at 7:25PM UTC
And if you do get the first position, it wouldn't hurt to learn more about the other position once you've joined the company. Then if it opens up again down the line, you'll be better prepared to be a leading candidate! Let us know how this works out. Good luck!
Maggie StoneDecember 20,2023 at 8:03PM UTC
don’t see any harm in expressing interest if you like the company and you’re a good fit.
AnonymousDecember 21,2023 at 2:19PM UTC
While it should be fine to express interest in the other position, it’s important to consider the diversity of perspectives. There may be some folks who draw conclusions from that. It’s better to wait until you see how it plays out. Fate will intervene.
LORI-ANN BURLINGAMEDecember 21,2023 at 8:19PM UTC
Be careful. The company did not select you for the ssecond position just posted. If you are not hired for the first position, then mention your interest in the position just posted. Remember, the company selected you and you interviewed for the first position. Best of luck!
Farah BajwaDecember 22,2023 at 8:12PM UTC
Hehe, you remind me of myself when I overthink things :) you have to keep in mind that God and the universe are working in YOUR favor so long as you are taking action. Personally, I'm all about the best fit (and good pay/vacation), so I would bring it up - I'd say hey, while we're waiting for a decision to be made, I found this role posted and I think id be a good fit here too. Have a transparent conversation. It'll show you're flexible and willing to do what makes sense. It may also make their life easier if they're torn between candidates.
Plus, the whats the worst that can happen? You not get either role? Then maybe it wasn't meant for you. Thankfully you still have a job that can pay some bills while you continue to look for a better fit. Good luck!
Celena BartonDecember 23,2023 at 10:17PM UTC
Is it a lot more money? If not, stay with the job you love.
AnonymousDecember 24,2023 at 5:17AM UTC
Bring up the other role only if you are not selected for this role. Because they may request further interviews.