If you are currently employed at a company and interview for another are they allowed to...?

Question

call your manager at your current employer to ask questions about you?

Answer 1

Hi!
Yes, many companies will do that. However, in order to avoid this embarrassment, at the end of the interview, patiently wait until the interviewer has completely finished asking all the questions, (and, of course, you will have answered them to the best of your ability) then explain that you would appreciate it if they would not call your current employer. I would also give a reason otherwise they might think you have something to 'cover up.' You might tell them that other people have allowed your employer to be called and they were terminated, or whatever the truth is. As long as you are open and speak honestly about it, you should be o.k. Another thing would be not to name your current employer, but that could get tricky. Good Luck!
Valerie

Answer 2

Well, people who are already employed go on job interviews all the time and they let the interviewer know that they're presently employed. Its not a problem. Its understood that people change jobs for a variety of reasons, and in this economy, quitting one job before lining up another one is usually not a good idea. In fact, in some ways the fact that you're already employed makes you more desirable, as it proves that there's at least one other employer out there that thinks you're worth hiring! As for what to tell Company B, the truth is best. You're quitting to accept another job offer with a company you previously applied to because this other job is a better career opportunity for you. Employers understand that you have to do what's in your best interests, and they can respect that. Be polite, and thank Company B for giving you a chance with them.

Answer 3

Fewer and fewer employers will do this any more, because about all they'll get is a verification of the dates you worked there.
What is becoming more common, is for a prospective employer to ask you, ""If were to call your present supervisor, what would he say about you??""

Answer 4

If you indicate on your application form that they can contact your current employer then yes, they can. If you mark on the application "no" then they may not.

However, keep in mind that people who know each other at different companies may call each other "unofficially" to ask questions.

Answer 5

They can but you can ask them not to contact your current employer.