Dear All,
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If a candidate receives an offer letter from Company X and then misuses it to secure a placement or offer from Company Y, subsequently rejecting the offer from Company X, what actions can be taken in such a situation?
Please share your views and suggestions.
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John N
From India, Madras
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59Greetings!
If a candidate receives an offer letter from Company X and then misuses it to secure a placement or offer from Company Y, subsequently rejecting the offer from Company X, what actions can be taken in such a situation?
Please share your views and suggestions.
Regards,
John N
From India, Madras
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Hi John,
It is not misuse; it is encashing an opportunity. If a candidate gets a better offer than what he was offered earlier, definitely he has the option of choosing among the offers. We should think from his point of view, and if we were in the same position, what would we do.
In the future, I believe this will no longer be an issue if all the employers, before issuing offer letters, should obtain a commitment in writing that the offer letter will not be used for any purpose other than joining that organization. Showing the offer letter to any outsider for salary negotiations or terms of the offer is a breach of trust (I DON'T KNOW WHETHER WE CAN IMPOSE SUCH A CONDITION OR NOT). At the same time, the other organization should also respect these terms. Then, it may be successful.
Murali.
From India, Hyderabad
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It is not misuse; it is encashing an opportunity. If a candidate gets a better offer than what he was offered earlier, definitely he has the option of choosing among the offers. We should think from his point of view, and if we were in the same position, what would we do.
In the future, I believe this will no longer be an issue if all the employers, before issuing offer letters, should obtain a commitment in writing that the offer letter will not be used for any purpose other than joining that organization. Showing the offer letter to any outsider for salary negotiations or terms of the offer is a breach of trust (I DON'T KNOW WHETHER WE CAN IMPOSE SUCH A CONDITION OR NOT). At the same time, the other organization should also respect these terms. Then, it may be successful.
Murali.
From India, Hyderabad
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Hi John,
Today, the job market is very volatile. There are so many opportunities and so few resources. Hence, at any given point in time, a well-qualified and experienced person would have multiple options to choose from. We have no control over it. However, if you really want to get the candidate on board, then you should consider making a counteroffer if it's the money aspect that is making him change his mind.
Hope this helps.
Richa
From India, Pune
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Today, the job market is very volatile. There are so many opportunities and so few resources. Hence, at any given point in time, a well-qualified and experienced person would have multiple options to choose from. We have no control over it. However, if you really want to get the candidate on board, then you should consider making a counteroffer if it's the money aspect that is making him change his mind.
Hope this helps.
Richa
From India, Pune
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Hi John,
You have posted a very valid topic, and I am sure that most companies (maybe all companies) are facing this critical issue during the selection process.
I know a few people who resigned from our organization as they got a better offer from another company (let's say company X). Later, I came to know that they had rejected the offer from X and accepted another offer from company Y at the last moment.
Company X was waiting for the candidate until his notice period was over with the current employer. On the last moment, the candidate informed X that he/she was not going to join them, but instead, was going to work with Y. So, X was waiting for the entire notice period, and on the very previous day of joining, the candidate changed his mind.
In my opinion, this is a very critical situation, and we need to put an end to it (or at least formulate some methods to reduce the frequency of these breaches of trust). I think this is a very good discussion topic, and if our colleagues can contribute their views and suggestions regarding this, many of us can overcome this situation.
Thanks & Regards,
Sujith
From India, Bangalore
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You have posted a very valid topic, and I am sure that most companies (maybe all companies) are facing this critical issue during the selection process.
I know a few people who resigned from our organization as they got a better offer from another company (let's say company X). Later, I came to know that they had rejected the offer from X and accepted another offer from company Y at the last moment.
Company X was waiting for the candidate until his notice period was over with the current employer. On the last moment, the candidate informed X that he/she was not going to join them, but instead, was going to work with Y. So, X was waiting for the entire notice period, and on the very previous day of joining, the candidate changed his mind.
In my opinion, this is a very critical situation, and we need to put an end to it (or at least formulate some methods to reduce the frequency of these breaches of trust). I think this is a very good discussion topic, and if our colleagues can contribute their views and suggestions regarding this, many of us can overcome this situation.
Thanks & Regards,
Sujith
From India, Bangalore
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dear john, Can you please send me the offer letter format whic you are using in your company at present.
From India, Gurgaon
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Dear Anshu,
Greetings!
Draft of offer letter
We are pleased to offer you an appointment in X for the position of “” in the grade with Compensation of Rs.
You shall be designated “”and would be assigned to-------, in ----- and report to --, who would discuss the details of your assignments on your joining. Details regarding salary, grade etc. are indicated in Annexure 'A'. Your appointment terms and conditions are indicated in attached Annexure 'B'. Kindly note that the indicated place of posting is as expected today. However, depending on work exigencies and business needs from time to time you may be posted at any of the company's domestic or overseas locations.
You will be required to undergo pre-employment medical test by a doctor nominated by the Company. You may contact Y, Regional office”--------“. His contact number is
X will provide you a challenging and rewarding career ensuring a high level of job satisfaction and also ample opportunities for career development.
We welcome you to X family and wish you a rewarding career over the years to come.
Encl : As above
I confirm having received and read the Annexures A, B. I accept the offer on the stipulated terms and conditions as stated in this covering appointment letter and in all its Annexures. I shall join duty on ------.
I also accept all the rules and regulations and incorporating the terms and conditions of your appointment.
Signature:_____________________ Date:____________
Rgds,
John N
From India, Madras
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Greetings!
Draft of offer letter
We are pleased to offer you an appointment in X for the position of “” in the grade with Compensation of Rs.
You shall be designated “”and would be assigned to-------, in ----- and report to --, who would discuss the details of your assignments on your joining. Details regarding salary, grade etc. are indicated in Annexure 'A'. Your appointment terms and conditions are indicated in attached Annexure 'B'. Kindly note that the indicated place of posting is as expected today. However, depending on work exigencies and business needs from time to time you may be posted at any of the company's domestic or overseas locations.
You will be required to undergo pre-employment medical test by a doctor nominated by the Company. You may contact Y, Regional office”--------“. His contact number is
X will provide you a challenging and rewarding career ensuring a high level of job satisfaction and also ample opportunities for career development.
We welcome you to X family and wish you a rewarding career over the years to come.
Encl : As above
I confirm having received and read the Annexures A, B. I accept the offer on the stipulated terms and conditions as stated in this covering appointment letter and in all its Annexures. I shall join duty on ------.
I also accept all the rules and regulations and incorporating the terms and conditions of your appointment.
Signature:_____________________ Date:____________
Rgds,
John N
From India, Madras
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Hi John,
I have faced the same situation on a number of occasions, with candidates taking the offer letter and then using it to secure a better position either within their current company or with another company.
While there is no foolproof way to prevent this, we have implemented a slightly different system. Firstly, I have included the following clause in the offer letter: "This offer letter is a confidential document intended solely for your personal reference and will be considered void if disclosed to any other individual or company."
We understand that we may not always be aware if the candidate is sharing the offer letter elsewhere, but emphasizing this point in bold does make an impact. Additionally, we now wait to issue the offer letter until the candidate confirms their readiness to join us and provides a definitive joining date.
Lastly, particularly when candidates are required to serve a one-month notice period, we have them sign the offer letter in advance. This precaution ensures they are less likely to back out at the last minute. While we have not encountered a situation where a candidate has withdrawn after signing the offer letter, I am prepared to take action should such an instance arise.
These are some of the strategies we have implemented. I hope they prove helpful.
Regards,
Gaurang S
From India, Mumbai
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I have faced the same situation on a number of occasions, with candidates taking the offer letter and then using it to secure a better position either within their current company or with another company.
While there is no foolproof way to prevent this, we have implemented a slightly different system. Firstly, I have included the following clause in the offer letter: "This offer letter is a confidential document intended solely for your personal reference and will be considered void if disclosed to any other individual or company."
We understand that we may not always be aware if the candidate is sharing the offer letter elsewhere, but emphasizing this point in bold does make an impact. Additionally, we now wait to issue the offer letter until the candidate confirms their readiness to join us and provides a definitive joining date.
Lastly, particularly when candidates are required to serve a one-month notice period, we have them sign the offer letter in advance. This precaution ensures they are less likely to back out at the last minute. While we have not encountered a situation where a candidate has withdrawn after signing the offer letter, I am prepared to take action should such an instance arise.
These are some of the strategies we have implemented. I hope they prove helpful.
Regards,
Gaurang S
From India, Mumbai
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