I have joined one company by signing a 3-year bond on stamp paper and given a 50,000 Rs. undated cheque. But after working there for just 7 days, I found the work is totally different from my work profile and what I understood in the interview. I cannot learn anything because it is outside my work field, and I do not want to learn because I do not want to change my field. The job profile was not explained in the offer letter.
Discussion with HR
I met with the HR head and explained my problem. He said to give him my resignation and mention that I am resigning because of personal reasons; then only they will waive off the money. I followed his advice and submitted my resignation as instructed. However, after one week, I received a call from the HR department stating that, as per top management's decision, I have to pay 50% of the money, i.e., 25,000 Rs., by demand draft. Only then will they return my undated cheque; otherwise, they will deposit it. I did stop the payment for the cheque.
Please guide me on what I should do in this matter. Should I pay the draft?
From India, Mumbai
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Discussion with HR
I met with the HR head and explained my problem. He said to give him my resignation and mention that I am resigning because of personal reasons; then only they will waive off the money. I followed his advice and submitted my resignation as instructed. However, after one week, I received a call from the HR department stating that, as per top management's decision, I have to pay 50% of the money, i.e., 25,000 Rs., by demand draft. Only then will they return my undated cheque; otherwise, they will deposit it. I did stop the payment for the cheque.
Please guide me on what I should do in this matter. Should I pay the draft?
From India, Mumbai
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You have just worked for seven days. You have not even completed your induction there. Don't worry; you have nothing to lose. Forget about those seven days and their salary. Start looking for better options and be careful this time before signing any service bond. Be more careful while choosing career options available to you. Choosing a career option without careful consideration may create more such nightmares from which you have just come out.
Good luck!
Warm regards,
Umesh Chaudhary
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From India, Delhi
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141Good luck!
Warm regards,
Umesh Chaudhary
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From India, Delhi
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Hi Juhi, I am sure you have the check number. Do a stop payment right away. You need not pay the draft. Since you have only worked 7 days, you need not mention it on your resume, but do bring it up in the next interview to ensure transparency. Also, please make sure to understand the next job profile beforehand.
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From India, Mumbai
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Hi Juhi,
Since you have already asked the bank to stop the payment, they will not be able to transfer the funds. You need not pay the amount.
Understanding Bonds and Legal Obligations
Bonds are not legally binding unless formal training is provided. However, I would also like to give you a word of caution and a piece of advice for your future.
Steps to Take When Applying for a Job
1. Whenever you apply for a job, please do not get carried away by the position/title/designation they offer or the package they quote.
2. It is a rising trend that at the end of the interview, the interviewer would ask you if you have any queries to be clarified. Even if they don't ask, you should ask your queries during the interview itself by politely seeking clarification on certain questions you have. Ensure to cover the following questions:
a. What is the job role of the position? What do you expect me to perform if I get selected?
b. What is the working culture of the organization? Understand that working culture is different from working hours.
c. What is the basic business of your company apart from what you understood from your research?
d. What would be my Key Result Areas (KRAs), and how will my performance be evaluated?
These questions will help you gain insight into the company. Additionally, when going for an interview, observe the workforce, the culture, and the people there to assess if you would be comfortable in that environment.
Wish you all the best
Regards
From India, Mumbai
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Since you have already asked the bank to stop the payment, they will not be able to transfer the funds. You need not pay the amount.
Understanding Bonds and Legal Obligations
Bonds are not legally binding unless formal training is provided. However, I would also like to give you a word of caution and a piece of advice for your future.
Steps to Take When Applying for a Job
1. Whenever you apply for a job, please do not get carried away by the position/title/designation they offer or the package they quote.
2. It is a rising trend that at the end of the interview, the interviewer would ask you if you have any queries to be clarified. Even if they don't ask, you should ask your queries during the interview itself by politely seeking clarification on certain questions you have. Ensure to cover the following questions:
a. What is the job role of the position? What do you expect me to perform if I get selected?
b. What is the working culture of the organization? Understand that working culture is different from working hours.
c. What is the basic business of your company apart from what you understood from your research?
d. What would be my Key Result Areas (KRAs), and how will my performance be evaluated?
These questions will help you gain insight into the company. Additionally, when going for an interview, observe the workforce, the culture, and the people there to assess if you would be comfortable in that environment.
Wish you all the best
Regards
From India, Mumbai
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Do not worry, this kind of service bond is not enforceable under any law in India. Since you have already stopped payment of the cheque, they will not be able to do anything. If they take any action, you can file a counter case against them as this type of bond falls under forced labor, which is punishable by jail. Therefore, it is highly unlikely that they will take any further steps.
Don't worry; proceed with your career. Best of luck.
From India, New Delhi
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Don't worry; proceed with your career. Best of luck.
From India, New Delhi
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