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> Second, and this is probably a bigger deal - lack of exact range often indicates flexibility in seniority, skillset and scope. The flexibility should be refl
by benlivengood 5y ago
> Second, and this is probably a bigger deal - lack of exact range often indicates flexibility in seniority, skillset and scope.
The flexibility should be reflected in the job title or level; salary bands are vital to ensure that people at the same level are being compensated equitably and know what they're interviewing for up front. It's totally fine to tell candidates they're going to aim for a L4 position with the possibility of L5 (or higher) depending on interviews.
- xyzelement 5y agoJobs are less cookie cutter than your post implies though, especially at the higher levels. Personal example - my last job (hedge fund) really wanted me. It took them forever to find someone of my profile - a mix of background, technical skills, domain knowledge, and personality so they wanted to have me. The way they set my salary was like this: they looked at what I was making and added enough on top that I couldn't refuse. The first and last conversation we had about money was at the end of the interview process when they made me a really good offer. I didn't bother negotiating. If I asked them during the 1st call what the salary was, they wouldn't be able to say because the salary was based on how much they wanted me and my circumstances. You can think that's inequitable and that's valid, but from a persona standpoint I'd be a fool if I had ended the conversation at that time.
- wuschel 5y ago> a mix of background, technical skills, domain knowledge, and personality What kind of position did you get hired for? An IT related role, or something more exotic? If it is the latter, I would be delighted to have a chat if you would be interested. See my contact details for my profile.
- xyzelement 5y agoI am in product but my background is in engineering management.