Recruiter is asking to share competing offer proof to match.
Apr 13
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Don’t want to reveal the company name/level for privacy reasons.
Current TC 630k
New company A offer 760k
Company B recruiter asking me to share the offer letter from company A or an email from company A proving that I got 760k so that they can match.
I’ve never done this before and also signed the usual NDA while interviewing. So I feel I may breach some thing by doing so. Even if not for NDA , I’m feeling uncomfortable doing that ethically.
Seems I’m only asking for a reasonable hike from current salary. Within my capacity, I provided proof of my current salary already. So it makes me feel ridiculous to share other companies email or actual letter.
I would like to move with company B though.
Any suggestions how to handle this ?
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After reviewing your request and understanding your reasoning behind wanting documentation behind the details of the competing offer, I’ve found myself in a bit of a tight position. While I have signed an NDA that prevents me from sharing certain information I pride myself on being a morale and ethic individual with the highest level of integrity. As such, all I can do at this time is reaffirm the competing offer details, along with my current comp details, and ask you to understand that this is the limit with which I can work. If this adversely impacts this process I sincerely apologize but I’m sure you can understand. I do look forward to hearing from you and I hope this email is sufficient to move the conversation forward as I absolutely see myself as a value to your organization and I’m excited at the prospect.
What you’re thinking/feeling is right. Just be honest and let them know. Whether you have an offer or not is irrelevant.
Congrats on the amazing offers!! YoE?