Declining offer after it has been approved by HC. How not cool no is that?

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yourass

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Sep 23, 2021 12 Comments

I did negotiate and verbally accept an offer after the on-site, and that was sent for the HC for approval.

Things seem to be slow at Google, and I’m having second thoughts about the offer. More so because of the salary bump I got this year.

How “not cool” would it be for me to say “thanks, but no thanks” after the HC approves my packet?

How would you frame your decline email to optimize for things to be cool between you and the hiring team and recruiters?

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  • Google
    owqJ68

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    owqJ68
    It's not a real reneg unless you signed the offer letter. Until then, they should expect that you are still interviewing.

    And even if it's a reneg... Doesn't really matter that much. Loyalty is dead.
    Sep 23, 2021 0
  • Google
    1Name4Evaa

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    1Name4Evaa
    Has HC approved your packet? If not then let the recruiter know immediately that your situation has changed and you are expecting a higher raise this year and would like to stay where you are unless G can match.
    Sep 23, 2021 0
  • Zeta
    rtsH001

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    rtsH001
    In this day and age when employers are rescinding offers why do employees have to be held to higher standards ?

    In your case if only money is the factor let them know, however if despite the salary bump matching you don’t feel excited to join Google simply state so , make a decision and move on .
    Sep 23, 2021 0
  • New
    kTty40

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    kTty40
    Just be honest. Tell them that your circumstances have changed since you spoke to them last. You are now earning more. So either they revise the offer or you won't move. Simple.
    Sep 23, 2021 0
  • Apple
    Icml2017

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    Icml2017
    Isn’t it usually the case that one’s interview packet goes to HC first (sometimes team match happens prior to that) and then you receive the offer assuming HC approves your case?
    Sep 24, 2021 3
    • Apple
      Icml2017

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      Icml2017
      I think you can just say the truth that your current package is better. I am assuming you haven’t received HC approval yet; so no formal obligation from your side anyways
      Sep 24, 2021
    • Apple
      yourass

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      yourass
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      No, HC result will still take some. I don’t understand that either, but whatever. Thanks!
      Sep 24, 2021