CompensationOct 10, 2019
LinkedInMati56

Ask for proof of competitive offers

Is it normal that a recruiter asks for a proof of the competitive offer? What can we do if we don't want to reveal?

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Apple RoidRage Oct 10, 2019

Yes. They ask for email proof. You’ll have no other recourse. G still ended up low balling me even with a very competitive offer.

Sumo Logic yippppe Oct 10, 2019

Can you give more details on this ? What was your competitive offer and what did G offer ?

Apple RoidRage Oct 10, 2019

Offer was with LinkedIn. G offered 100k less RSU, 30k less base.

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loosername Oct 10, 2019

Some recruiters may request a letter or email as a proof/evidence. You have the legitimate right to not disclose anything except the values. And they have the legitimate right to not fight for you. At the end of the day, it comes down to how much you want to join the company and how much they want to hire you.