The job interview question you don’t have to answer
Prepare all you like, but there is often still one job interview question that leaves you feeling uncomfortable.
Job interviewers in the UK are still permitted to ask about an applicant's current salary, although there is no legal obligation to disclose this information. The practice of inquiring about past salary has been criticized for perpetuating gender, race, and disability pay gaps. Instead, employers are now encouraged to focus on salary expectations and the value an applicant can bring to the role.
In the European Union, new regulations will soon prohibit interviewers from asking about salary history, but this legislation is not yet in effect in the UK. When asked about salary during an interview, candidates have several options. They can reveal their current salary if they feel comfortable doing so, or provide their salary expectations or an estimate of the salary range for the position.
Alternatively, jobseekers can emphasize their skills, experience, and the benefits they value most when negotiating their compensation package. Shazia Ejaz, director of campaigns at the Recruitment and Employment Confederation, advises candidates to approach pay-related questions with confidence and realism, showcasing their value to the employer.
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