Why Would HR Deny a Candidate a Job Offer?

INTRODUCTION:

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A job seeker asked, “Why would HR deny someone a job?”

It is very seldom that HR denies a candidate a job offer. They typically make a recommendation based on the law, policy, and/or on their organization’s standard practice. Because employers might occasionally have to rescind a job offer, many employers’ standard practice is for the recruiter, not the hiring manager, to extend the verbal, contingent job offer to the candidate.

So, today we’ll explore reasons why the human resources department may recommend that a manager not hire a candidate.

REASONS:

First, you may wonder what a verbal, contingent job offer is. It’s the initial offer made to the selected candidate. It is typically verbal. That way, if the candidate makes a counter offer for more salary or requests some other changes, the letter will only be done once. The initial offer becoming final may be contingent on the successful completion of a pre-employment background check and other requirements.

The top potential reasons for a no-hire recommendation are:

• The candidate worked for the employer in the past and left on unfavorable terms. The specific circumstances surrounding the candidate’s previous departure will determine if they are eligible for re-hire or not.
• The candidate does not meet the minimum qualifications for the position. This can be especially problematic if other more-qualified candidates were passed over.
• A former employer gave an unfavorable reference. The work world is much smaller than it seems. So, hiring managers might get an “unofficial” reference from someone who they know at your current job.
• The candidate exhibited behavior inconsistent with the new employer’s culture. During an interview, my manager and I asked a candidate what type of manager she preferred to work for. She told us directly that she preferred to work for a manager who was the same race as her. I guess she thought it was okay for her to tell us that since we both fit the bill. She was wrong.
• Human Resources became aware of unfavorable social media activity. Yes, many employers check candidates’ social media activity. Think about it, what you post on social media is likely your authentic self since most of us consider it personal expressions. My advice is to think before you or anyone else posts on your behalf. It could cost you your current job and future job offers.

IN CONCLUSION:

I recommend that you wait until you have your official offer letter in hand before you submit your resignation notice to your current employer.

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