Should I Follow Up?
Hello, I recently had my first interview for a role I was very excited about. During the conversation, the recruiter and I discussed my past work experiences, and they mentioned that my skills would make me a great fit for a different position in the company. I agreed to consider this alternative role.
The recruiter reassured me that they would move forward with my application for this new role and arrange client interviews, promising to provide updates or details next week.
However, this morning I received an email from the company’s main recruitment account—not from the recruiter—stating that they will not be proceeding with my application for the original position. This has left me feeling quite frustrated.
I have a few questions:
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Could it be that my application has been reassigned to a different role, which is why I received that email?
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Should I reach out to the recruiter who interviewed me? Is it too soon to contact them, or would it be better to wait until next week?
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How can I phrase my follow-up in a way that doesn’t come across as pushy or disrespectful?
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What steps should I take next?
Thank you for your advice!
RCadmin
It’s great that you had a positive interview experience and that the recruiter sees potential in you for a different role. I understand that receiving that email can be frustrating, but here are some suggestions to address your concerns:
Reprofiling: It seems likely that your application has indeed been repurposed for the new role if the recruiter mentioned this during your interview. The email you received might be a standard outcome notification for candidates not selected for the original position, indicating they might still be considering you for the new opportunity.
Follow-Up: It’s perfectly reasonable to follow up with the recruiter, especially since they initially indicated you would be considered for a different role. Since they mentioned you’d get updates next week, you could either wait until then to see if you hear anything or reach out now to clarify your status.
How to Follow Up: When you do follow up, you can frame your message positively. Thank the recruiter for the opportunity to interview and express your excitement about the new role. Politely ask for clarification on your application status in light of the recent email. For example, you could say:
“Hi [Recruiter’s Name],
I hope this message finds you well. I wanted to thank you again for the opportunity to interview for the initial position. I’m excited about the possibility of being considered for the other role we discussed, as I believe it aligns well with my skills.
I received an email this morning regarding the original position, and I wanted to confirm whether my application is being considered for the other role we talked about. I appreciate your guidance and look forward to any updates you may have.
Thank you for your time!
Best regards,
[Your Name]”
Good luck, and keep a positive attitude!