I applied for a new job on the 13th of Sept (a week an a half ago) as I am finding some of the new things at my current job not to my taste. As suitability goes, I was pretty good on all aspects, having everything I need for the job in abundence, the only thing they wanted that I didnt have was 5 years experience, as I only have just over 2 in my field. As such, its a 50/50 shot I think.
The application from was an online one so when I completed the form it was sent immediately. Since then, because of both my distatste for my current job, and my desire for this new job (its perfect on all accounts) I have been checking my emails repeatedly to see if they have responded.
Obviously, I am aware that expecting a next day response is impossible, but I am also aware that a lot of employers dont bother to get back to the people who they have rejected... As it is coming up to 2 weeks since I applied, I'm wondering if I should have heard by now and if I should just stop thinking about it?
2006-09-25 02:04:19 · 20 answers · asked by Caffeine Fiend 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Just a few extra details, firstly I have only applied ot the job, so I hadn't actually got an interview yet.
To add futher info, the job was for a big London hospital and the closing date for the application was the day after I applied. Being the NHS, and a large Trust, I would imagine they are probably not the fastest to respond.
Anyway, I think a lot of you may be right, if my application had jumped off the page they would have got back to me by now. I will see if I can get in touch, and if not will consider other jobs. Damn shame though, it was so perfect!
2006-09-25 02:25:57 · update #1
I've had them come back to me upto a month later. The bigger the company, the slower the response normally is. (in a small company, your application normally goes straight to the right person, in a bigger company it probably has to go to HR, Equal Opportunities checking, a meeting of several managers who would be the ones looking for someone, then back to HR, then back to you.)
Like someone else said, it can't hurt to give them a call - and if you get to talk to the right person, at least you'll look eager.
A word of advice though, never badmouth your present employers to potential new ones.
2006-09-25 02:18:00 · answer #1 · answered by nigel h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Employers as I am sure you know recieve lots of applications. If you want to make sure you have a better chance at getting the job bug them. Bug them everyday if possible. Write them again and or call them. Make sure that your name is noticed and stuck in thier minds. When you fill out an application for a job and then just wait around for an answer you more than likely will find yourself doing alot of waiting because you are forgotten and get lost in the pile of other applications that they recieve mainly since you dont really show them just how bad you want that job. But by bugging they stop and think " wow this person is really wants this job" . Even if they are no longer accepting applications becaue of a cut off date or because they have already filled the position stay in touch. You never know when someone else just might quit or get fired and some other postion opens up and you will be freshly on thier minds. Apply to other places too if you really want a chnge from where you are at now. Even if they dont have any positions open at the time apply anyway. Dont give up.
2006-09-25 03:38:46 · answer #2 · answered by hersheynrey 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
It's hard to say. It largely depends on the type of jobs and the companies and also how long the ad was on. I wouldn't be surprised if some companies contact you after 3-4 weeks. Check the web site and see if the job ad is still listed. If it is, for the peace of your mind, you could call the HR department and ask if the job is still available and depending on how the conversation goes, if they seem halfway helpful, ask if you can send the resume directly to them. There is nothing you will lose. If you have less than desirable experience, you need to show them you have something else (like education) to make it up. Whether or not you pass the initial screening also depends on who else are applying for the job.
2006-09-25 02:11:40 · answer #3 · answered by spot 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Company's vary on response time. Some bigger company's use req's for jobs and need to follow the company standard. I currently have a app in with a large company, it took 1 month from time of handing in my app till my first interview. I have a possible second interview coming up but will not be for 2-3 weeks due to the way the req is set.
It doesn't hurt to call the company and talk to the interviewing manager and ask him if they are still hiring for the position or to even ask how you did in your interview and areas that you may work on for possible future job positions with the company.. Good Luck!
2006-09-25 02:10:13 · answer #4 · answered by Evolrider 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Sadly, unless that company carries the Investors in People logo they do not have to contact you with an answer. If the position was through an agency then they would have sent it to the company straight away. You would have received an answer by now.
If the company has an official closing date for the position then it may take a little longer to hear from them. This is due to sorting applications etc.
You could always email them again to ask them if they received your application. No harm with showing a little initiative and showing interest in the role.
2006-09-25 02:13:13 · answer #5 · answered by Tabbyfur aka patchy puss 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Put more effort into what you want and need don't stop trying just because maybe the person doesn't hire you go to different places look on the web try it, go back to the guy or girl and say i want to know if you are still willing to hire me, I'm a good worker, and i do my job on my own, don't give up no matter what and if something happens were you don't get a job in two or three weeks that should make you want to try harder, just don't give up, lol. P.S. Don't expect them to call you, your not hiring them, their hiring YOU so don't just sit there, they could care less about calling, so you do the effort.
2006-09-25 02:15:04 · answer #6 · answered by crackalackick 1 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I applied for a job with BT once and it took them almost five weeks to acknowledge the application and invite me for an interview. Then they took three weeks more to let me know the outcome of the interview. Suprisingly enough, considering the delay, I had been successful and was offered the job.
2006-09-25 02:38:30 · answer #7 · answered by wotsupputtytat 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
You should have called back with in a week. You should have also mailed a note card right after the interview to the company stating that you were very glad/ thankful that they took the time to interview you and that you hope to be hearing from them in the near future.
I go a job that way once.
2006-09-25 02:16:16 · answer #8 · answered by jen 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
That is a tough call the hiring process can be a slow one at best. I would hang in there a little longer. I would also look at other opportunities.That way the door stays open all the way around. Good luck and happy job hunting.
2006-09-25 02:07:39 · answer #9 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
usually within 6 -8 weeks for most jobs I apply for. However, they wont always tell you if they arent giving you an interview. Ring them and ask how long after the closing date are they shortlisting
2006-09-25 02:18:33 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋