I'm in the process of applying for other jobs, since I am grossly underpaid where I currently work. I have an interview with a placement agency, and their standard application has a salary history spot on it.
I don't want to give my current salary. First of all, I don;t see how it's relevant. Secondly, I work in a field where everyone knows everyone else, and I don't think it's fair to my current employer to disclose how much they pay their employees.
Is there any way I can handle this on the application without raising eyebrows?
2007-03-15 08:29:26 · 7 answers · asked by Marissa H 1 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
In this case, it is a placement agency. I have actually already discussed salary ranges with the agent, and she told me that the salary for the position I'm interested in fit that range, so that's not an issue.
It's a standard application that the agency gives out, and it asks for employment history, dates worked, and salary history. *That's* the part that gets me. I don't feel that it's very professional to be blabbing my current salary to people in the same industry (which is where my information would end up). I don't want to lie, I just don't feel that it's necessary or professional to be giving out that info.
Thanks for all of the answers so far!
2007-03-15 08:57:25 · update #1
You can go ahead and fudge the salary part a little bit. First off - it is against the law for a potential employer to call your old employer and ask what your salary was. They know this and will not ask. So go ahead and lie a little to make it look like you're making more. That's the only way to get the job you really want. As long as you have the skills - no harm done.
good luck with the job search
2007-03-15 08:39:20 · answer #1 · answered by Ariba148 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
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I'm in the process of applying for other jobs, since I am grossly underpaid where I currently work. I have an interview with a placement agency, and their standard application has a salary history spot on it.
I don't want to give my current salary. First of all, I don;t see how...
2015-08-06 02:06:37 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You indicated that you have an interview with a Placement Agency. This is an agency that is going to HELP you find a job. So they need to know what your current salary is. Believe me, a placement agency is going to try and negotiate the highest salary for you because they earn 40 percent of your Salary as a commission. So it is OK to tell them. However, if your going to a company directly and it states salary requirements, I always put negotiable. Because in effect in my opinion it is. If they offered me the same salary but they have a bigger bonus plan than my other company, then maybe I would negotiate the salary, correct? Or if they say they would pay 100 percent of medical, etc. So put negotiable and that is why you state that.
2007-03-15 08:51:10 · answer #3 · answered by profess33_98 2 · 2⤊ 0⤋
If there is a "Additional Comments" section in the application, note that you left you last position due to inequity in salary.
Also, from my understanding and experience with employment agencies, they already have a range that they know they will pay you. Some have a standard rate.
If it's a real problem for you, call the agency and let them know your thoughts. After all, you're the one that's going to make them money!
Last item, take a real close look at yourself. Are you worth what you think? Were they really underpaying you at your last place of employment? Everything matters when searching for employment, leave no stone unturned.
Good Luck.
2007-03-15 08:54:40 · answer #4 · answered by ggraves1724 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I just got into pharmaceutical sales and I suggest you do the same if you like helping others and making money. I used this website called www.pharmawizzard.com and was lined up with a cool gig.
As for salary negotiation...you are right you can use a couple of methods, like adding up all of your assets and to determine your worth, expense of living, move, etc. Be ethical and don't lie, but also be honest and tell them your goals so you don't end up like this down the road 6 months.
2007-03-15 08:46:18 · answer #5 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
The salary history question has been the bane of my existence as well. It really isnt any of their business but companys ask it to get the best worker for cheap. I usually give a range if its comparable, but if it is not relevant I leave it blank.
2007-03-15 08:41:27 · answer #6 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
You can leave it blank and tell them you will discuss it in person. I don't think they can legally ask you what you make anyway.
I think they use it to see if you're going to want more than they're willing to pay as a way of weeding through the applicants.
2007-03-15 08:38:36 · answer #7 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋