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CAREER GUIDES

Counter-Offer Advice

OUR GUIDE TO COUNTER-OFFERS

What would you do if counter offered?

It’s a great feeling when you’ve landed a new role. When you’re happy with your new job offer and you have accepted, there can be another obstacle in the way: counter-offers. It’s becoming increasingly common for employers to make counter offers. Here are a few ways to come to your decision on whether to stay or to go…

 

THINK OF 5 REASONS WHY YOU ARE LEAVING YOUR CURRENT JOB.

Some common reasons include:

  • You’re seeking a salary increase/ better benefits
  • There is no future prospect at your current job
  • You’re ambitious for a more challenging role
  • You want a change in your day to day activities
  • You want to learn and develop your skills further
  • There is conflict/ negativity between colleagues
  • You’re looking to relocate

 

THINK OF 5 THINGS THAT ATTRACT YOU TO THE NEW COMPANY OVER YOUR CURRENT ONE.

Common positives include:

  • Learning and development opportunities
  • More responsibility within the role
  • A reputable company within the industry
  • A higher basic salary and/or additional benefits
  • The role is in a desired location

 

In a counter-offer situation it is important to weigh up your options. By highlighting the main ‘selling’ points in new role, this will put the counter-offer into perspective against what you could be going to.

 

THINK ABOUT SOME OF THE REASONS YOU MAY RECEIVE A COUNTER-OFFER.

Common reasons include:

  • Your current employer has no time to find a replacement
  • It is more cost effective than replacing an employee
  • Losing an employee might reflect badly on your current employer
  • Your departure could result in unwanted disruption for your manager

 

CONSIDER, ARE THESE COUNTER-OFFER REASONS MORE BENEFICIAL FOR YOU, OR FOR THE COMPANY?

If you do receive a counter-offer, does it really outweigh all of the reasons that made you want to leave? If you do decide to accept, make sure it will be a short and long-term gain for your career. We can’t make your mind up for you, only you can. But if you would like to get some more information and advice on counter-offers, get in touch with your First Point Group contact.

REMINDERS

SELL YOURSELF...

Remember, the most important things that all employers are looking for is relevant experience, energy & enthusiasm and adding value to their team.

You will be representing their company – so sell yourself & your skills to the interviewer and you will have the best chance of success.

 

ASK QUESTIONS...DON’T GIVE ONE WORD ANSWERS!

Think in advance of questions surrounding what challenges & objectives the client has for this role. Think how you have successfully addressed these in the past. When asked a question by the client never give a one word answer, always look to expand and give examples. This is key!

If you are available immediately or at short notice, tell the customer this.

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