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Time Line For Employment Opportunities
Posted on 6/4/14 at 11:48 am
Posted on 6/4/14 at 11:48 am
I wanted to see what everyone's experience has been with their past job searches. I've been with the same employer for 20 years so everything is new to me now.
I applied for a job and was finally contacted a month later and was told the hiring manager wanted me to take the assessment test. Took the test and waited 6 weeks until I finally decided to call HR and and was told I passed the test, and everything was sent on to the hiring manager (A COO of the company, so I suppose a pretty busy guy.)
So it took a month after applying to be asked back for testing. 6 weeks and counting with no word yet. Everyone I talk to tells me this is completely normal and could take months. This isn't that large of a company. Probably 200+ employees.
I'm just curious what the time line for other people looked like.
I applied for a job and was finally contacted a month later and was told the hiring manager wanted me to take the assessment test. Took the test and waited 6 weeks until I finally decided to call HR and and was told I passed the test, and everything was sent on to the hiring manager (A COO of the company, so I suppose a pretty busy guy.)
So it took a month after applying to be asked back for testing. 6 weeks and counting with no word yet. Everyone I talk to tells me this is completely normal and could take months. This isn't that large of a company. Probably 200+ employees.
I'm just curious what the time line for other people looked like.
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Posted on 6/4/14 at 12:41 pm to Python
It varies. The bigger the company, normally the longer it takes. Most recent job, 2000 employees, it took me 2 months. Previous job 7000 employees, 4 months
Posted on 6/4/14 at 12:42 pm to Python
Normal in my experience. During my job search after graduating, I got two offers 4 months after the initial applications. Apparently the process just takes a while.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 12:59 pm to Python
One thing to consider is if you are stepping into the role and starting from scratch, or will you be able to immediately bring help to the company?
If no training or minimal training is required to get you acclimated, they might wait to bring you on board until they forecast 6 months to 1 year of work for the position you are applying for. Otherwise they may have to bring you on earlier to get you trained.
Add to that, are you out of a job right now, or are you looking for a change of scenery and this hire is not something that you need to immediately happen?
If you are not out of a job or entertaining other offers, it does not require them to force the hiring process to move faster. So ultimately, due to you taking a passive approach, the hiring company is doing the same as well.
If no training or minimal training is required to get you acclimated, they might wait to bring you on board until they forecast 6 months to 1 year of work for the position you are applying for. Otherwise they may have to bring you on earlier to get you trained.
Add to that, are you out of a job right now, or are you looking for a change of scenery and this hire is not something that you need to immediately happen?
If you are not out of a job or entertaining other offers, it does not require them to force the hiring process to move faster. So ultimately, due to you taking a passive approach, the hiring company is doing the same as well.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:00 pm to LNCHBOX
I am about to start a new job in a few weeks. I was contacted by a headhunter that set up the first interview the next week, then the week after that was a second interview. The verbal offer came in but it took another 4 weeks (???) to receive the official paperwork and another 2 weeks to clear background check. I thought this was a long process but it sounds pretty short for your experience.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:07 pm to Swifty
In your case, how many companies was your headhunter entertaining for you to fill a position at? If there are multiple companies, the headhunter can pressure a firm into hiring you with the threat that a competing firm might pick you up first. In this case, it could take 2 weeks or less from initial contact with the hiring firm to you signing paperwork. Otherwise the hiring firm can dictate the speed of the process
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:10 pm to Python
it depends on the industry, the size of company, the locale, the economy.
But the general rule of thumb for job hunting is for every $10k of salary you want, budget a month of job searching. Its not absolute but is conventional wisdom.
But the general rule of thumb for job hunting is for every $10k of salary you want, budget a month of job searching. Its not absolute but is conventional wisdom.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:14 pm to Python
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So it took a month after applying to be asked back for testing. 6 weeks and counting with no word yet. Everyone I talk to tells me this is completely normal and could take months.
Fugg that. Jesus
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:29 pm to RickAstley
Rick, I would be stepping into a role that would require no training. It's a role that was recently vacated and I could move right on in. Also, I'm presently employed but my job will be eliminated in 3 months. The prospective employer in this case has no knowledge of any of that.
I know for a fact they haven't filled the position. I have a feeling that, because they knew the previous employee was leaving soon, they made plans for a co-worker to fill in until they could hire someone. They may actually be testing this employee to see if they would fit and promote from within.
That or they just think I suck.
I know for a fact they haven't filled the position. I have a feeling that, because they knew the previous employee was leaving soon, they made plans for a co-worker to fill in until they could hire someone. They may actually be testing this employee to see if they would fit and promote from within.
That or they just think I suck.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 1:48 pm to Python
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I'm presently employed but my job will be eliminated in 3 months. The prospective employer in this case has no knowledge of any of that.
With that in mind is there any other companies you are entertaining? If you are staring at unemployment, you need to establish that with these hiring firms. Three months will pass by in a blink of an eye, and this does not give you much time to turn around and find another job. Since you are having some doubts as to whether the company you applied for will hire you, I would advise that you apply to more companies.
For your current living arrangements is relocating a problem? If you cannot relocate, yet can work from home you might can find remote jobs as a sub contractor to fill in time as you look for full-time employment. If you are prepared for unemployment and can burden a few months without work, you might succeed with your passive approach. I feel as if you should establish with this firm you have applied to that you need an answer due to your current position expiring in 3 months.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 2:00 pm to RickAstley
Thanks. I haven't taken a passive approach. I was told of my job elimination at the beginning of the year and have been actively looking and applying. Have had business lunches with a few prospective employers. I've been contacted by a headhunter, etc. However, my severance package and bonus payments are very substantial. 20 years on the job will do that for you. Because of that, I have the luxury to be very selective in what jobs I apply for. I will also get internal placement assistance with my current employer in a few weeks.
Thanks for the words of wisdom, but I've got that covered pretty well. I was just curiious about this particular job and if the delay would fit in with what others have experienced.
Thanks for the words of wisdom, but I've got that covered pretty well. I was just curiious about this particular job and if the delay would fit in with what others have experienced.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 2:15 pm to Python
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However, my severance package and bonus payments are very substantial.
Knowing this tidbit then you are in a much better situation than others to say the least. During college I was advised to find my employment for after graduation during my junior year or first semester of senior year. That timeline has a range of 6-18 months in advance of graduating college. The hiring process very much differs from company to company and considering you have 20 years of experience padding your resume, the position you are hiring for might require extra time and consideration before the position is filled.
The hiring process for the company I am at took all of three weeks from initial contact to employment. This has been my only position out of college and from what I have seen since coming on board, we continue to have a fast paced hiring process. I believe that fits in line with the fact there is so much turnover due to the competitive nature of my field.
Posted on 6/4/14 at 2:22 pm to RickAstley
I can tell you one thing. When I hired people, it sure didn't take months. I collected resumes, set up interviews, and hired who I thought was the best. I've had almost zero turnover in all my years. Maybe I should make a move to HR.
Thanks for your insight.
Thanks for your insight.
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