Should you ask a hiring person how much a job pays before interviewing?

Answer 1

They often won't tell you anyway, so don't ask. You can look up ranges for positions on the internet and get an idea. The company wants to decide on the top few people and then decide how much to offer based on the skills, experience and education of the job applicant. They may in fact ask you what you are seeking in salary--try to hedge until you find out if you really want the job. Also don't ask about benefits in the first interview--that comes later.

Answer 2

I think it is poor etiquette, but I think my time as a possible employee is just as important as the interviewer's time. I know they are wanting to interview you first and get you for the best price they can negotiate, but most of the time I personally feel like "Don't waste my time (and yours) interviewing me for a job I wouldn't think twice of if you're not going to pay me at least $_____". I think the whole system should be changed to expect possible future employers to be up front before the interview. At least with a range if not the exact pay. Right now, I think you can ask but they will say it will be discussed in the interview. Then again, they may ask your expectations. . .

Answer 3

It depends on the company. If you are applying at a big company then you assume that they will be paying good money. If the company is medium or small then you should ask about it. If they can't say how much the pay is until they interview you then you ask them to give you a range. I mean, you do not want to waste your time going to an interview if the pay is too little. Actually, it wastes YOUR time and THEIR time too.

Answer 4

Absolutely, if you want. It's no secret: you're working to get paid, not because you think it's fun. Any decent employer would understand that. You have every right to know. If you walk-in or call them over the phone before the interview, you probably shouldn't make it the very first question you ask, but still slip it in there if it matters to you.

Answer 5

while you're interviewing for that activity then NO, it particularly is no longer considered suited. The interviewer could point out it throughout the interview, while you're fortunate. now and returned the advert mentions the salary value - fairly while its no longer administration point. in case you get a 2d interview then it particularly is going to fairly be stated. in case you get a activity furnish, then it particularly is going to fairly be stated, and thats once you are able to negotiate a greater suitable value in case you prefer to, inspite of the reality that there are no ensures which you will get that bigger value. actually, some jobs, the salary isn't negotiable (fairly rank & report or get entry to point) and you may settle for or reject the activity on the salary value they provide.

Answer 6

no, wait until the interview. they'll usually ask you about your desired payscale. if they dont, ask them, if you really want to take the position. most times its negotiable based on your skills and how much they want you. up the desired number by a little bit, but not too much. that way you can seem flexible.

Answer 7

Absolutely! That's the main reason you're working, the money. If its not enough, then you don't want to waste your time or that of the interviewer.

Answer 8

No, it's rude. It makes you sound like that's all you care about. I know many recruiters who will disqualify a candidate for asking this question. I wouldn't go that far, but it's not uncommon.

Answer 9

Yes. That way you would know what your are in for.