A few days ago you phoned an interviewee to offer them a job which they accepted. Since then, things have changed and you don’t need to hire them now. As there’s nothing in writing, can you just
withdraw your job offer?
Published 29.01.2020
You recently made a job offer but now wish to withdraw it. The prospective employee hasn’t done anything wrong but since the offer was made, your business needs have changed. What’s the legal
position?
Published 24.03.2016
Finding the right employee for a position is an expensive business. But research shows that even after all your hard work, 40% of offers are turned down. What can you do to improve the acceptance
rate?
Published 06.10.2005
After a lengthy recruitment process, you’ve made a formal job offer to the ideal candidate. However, rather than accepting it immediately, they’ve informed you that a better deal has been “put on the
table elsewhere”. How do you play it?
Published 21.10.2013
You recently wrote to a successful job applicant offering them a position. Your letter also asked that they contact you to confirm a suggested start date. Since then you’ve heard nothing, so what’s
the best way to deal with this?
Published 05.03.2009
Let’s suppose you offered a candidate a job and their references were fine. Further information then comes to light - it’s undesirable and makes you think twice about hiring them. Can you retract
your offer?
Published 25.01.2012
You’ve offered a job to the best candidate. Upon accepting it, they notify you about a medical condition which could prevent them from carrying out the role. How do you tackle this potentially tricky
situation?
Published 06.12.2012
A top lawyer who held numerous posts was recently found to have fabricated his entire education and qualifications. How can you avoid falling victim to liars and cheats during your recruitment
process?
Published 05.11.2013
You might have read that as part of its crackdown on illegal immigration the government intends to temporarily shut down any business that’s suspected of employing workers illegally. Should you be
worried about this?
Published 15.09.2015