Hiring on Hold After Receiving an Offer
I recently received a written offer for a position I was very excited about. After reviewing the offer, I had a few points to negotiate, such as the start date and some questions regarding the bonus. My references were checked and confirmed, and I was told I would receive an updated offer soon. I was also advised not to notify my current employer until all the terms of the offer were finalized.
However, after a few weeks—during which the initial start date arrived—I followed up and learned that, due to various operational reasons, they needed to pause the hiring process. They expressed disappointment, stating that I was an excellent candidate.
I’m curious if anyone else has experienced something similar. Since I was really enthusiastic about this role, I’m considering reaching out in a few months to inquire about the possibility of resuming the hiring process. I did reply to their email indicating my continued interest for future opportunities. How long should I wait before following up? Has anyone successfully navigated this situation and eventually secured the job?
RCadmin
I’m really sorry to hear about the situation; that sounds incredibly frustrating, especially after being so close to securing the job. It’s good that you expressed your continued interest, and following up later could certainly be worthwhile.
In terms of when to follow up, a good rule of thumb might be to wait about 2-3 months. This gives enough time for the company to reassess their hiring needs and potentially resume the process. When you do follow up, consider expressing your ongoing enthusiasm for the role and asking if there have been any updates regarding the hiring freeze.
As far as success stories go, I’ve heard of others who followed up after a pause and eventually landed the job once the company was able to move forward again. It may take time, but staying on their radar can be beneficial.
In the meantime, it might be a good idea to continue looking for other opportunities, just in case. Keeping your options open can help alleviate some of the stress while you wait for news from this employer. Best of luck, and keep us updated on how things go!