There will be times when the hiring
manager is desperate to offer you a job because the organisation needs an
urgent replacement.
The remuneration will be tempting and so also the perks offered along with
the job.
Role mismatch
Nine out of 10 times the hiring manager tries to explain your job roles and
responsibilities.
However if you find a mismatch in the definition of the role you've been
assigned or if the recruiter is unable to give you a clear picture of the job
description and growth, treat it as a warning sign.
Workload
More often than not, employees quit organisations because of excessive
workload and stress.
See to it that you’re not replacing someone like that.
Evaluate the job role and ask yourself: Are you going to be stuck here or
are you going to enjoy this role?
Compensation and benefits
In the excitement to take up a new job in a huge company, most employees
disregard the importance of discussing their compensation and benefits.
Does the company provide you medical insurance?
Is it term insurance or group insurance?
Do you get cashless benefits or a consolidated amount?
If the company is not willing to discuss these and other details of
compensation with you, treat it as red flag.
Appraisal structure
When was the last time the company appraised its employees?
Is it annual, quarterly or takes place every few years? Or is it indefinite?
Let’s admit it, all employees look forward to being promoted and appraised
for their work.
If the organisation doesn't share these crucial details with you, you might
end up getting stuck in the wrong place.
The idea is to research the offer and consider the pros and cons of the
offer being made.
If you don’t feel too confident about taking up the new responsibility, it's
okay to turn it down and apply for a job that best meets your requirements.
