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06 After the interview

Say what you really thought.

The conversation straight after an interview is more useful than people expect. Your honest reaction shapes what happens next, and polite enthusiasm you do not feel helps nobody.

We pass on your interest and any practical points. Reservations you share in confidence stay with us unless you would like them raised.

What is useful to tell us

  • Whether you would take it

    As things stand, and what would need to be true for the answer to change.

  • What appealed

    The specific parts, so we know what to look for if this one does not go ahead.

  • What gave you pause

    Even if it feels awkward. Some concerns can be answered straight away; others are a genuine reason to stop.

  • Anything left unanswered

    Questions you did not get to ask, or answers that were vague. We can usually go back and find out.

Reservations you keep to yourself become the reason a role does not work six months in.

We would rather hear a hesitation now than manage a resignation later. Changing your mind after an interview is a perfectly reasonable thing to do.

While you wait

  • Decisions take time

    Diaries, second stages and internal approvals all slow things down. A delay is usually logistics rather than a verdict.

  • We will keep you posted

    Including when there is nothing new. You should not have to chase for an update.

  • Feedback where we have it

    Businesses vary in how much they give. Where we are given something specific, we will pass it on plainly.

  • Keep other options open

    Nothing is settled until an offer is agreed in writing. Carrying on with other conversations is sensible, not disloyal.

A note

This is general guidance based on what we see day to day. It is not legal advice, and your own contract and circumstances always come first.

Speak to us

Whatever you thought of it, tell us straight. It is the fastest route to the right outcome.