What does it mean if HR says your position is on hold?

The term ‘on hold’ is often used by HR of companies these days while dealing with potentially good candidates. This term could mean: The company liked your profile and even wanted to hire you, but they came across a better candidate profile and so kept your offer on hold.

How do you respond to a position on hold?

Dear (hiring manager name), Thank you for letting me know the status. I appreciate the update and remain interested in the (job title) position. Please keep me in mind when the search resumes for this opportunity.

How do you respond to a delay in hiring?

You should respect the employer and the offer they have made you. Avoid saying the following… “Can I have some more time please, I’m just not sure I like the sound of the job or the company?” Responding in such a way will make you appear uninterested and the recruiter may feel as though they are wasting their time.

How do you respond back to your employer?

Thank you for reaching out about this opportunity. I’m grateful to be considered. I am currently looking for a new position, so this is great timing. While I’m excited about the work that [Potential employer name] does, I’m not looking for a position as [Job title they contacted you about].

How do you respond to hiring manager?

How to respond to an interview request

1. Start your email by thanking the hiring manager for their consideration.
2. If you’re interested in the position, provide your availability along with your phone number.
3. If you are not interested, respond politely with a short explanatory message.

How do you respond to the recruitment process?

Thank you for reaching out to me about my application to (job title/ company). I am excited to speak more with you about this opportunity. I am available (dates and times). Let me know your meeting preference.

How do you respond to a recruitment process?

Replying to candidates

1. The name of the applicant (if possible) and what position they’ve applied for.
2. Let them know that their application has been received.
3. Explain the recruiting process.
4. Contact information to the recruiter in charge in case the candidate has any questions.

What do recruiters do during a hiring freeze?

Adapt and Adopt New Tech. One way thoughtful recruiters can make the most of their time during a hiring freeze is to assess their current tech stack. Recruiters and hiring teams can look at their existing applications and tech and determine what needs to be updated and learned.

How do you respond when your job application is put on hold?

Send HR a thank you mail and ask them to intimate you in case you want to hear again from you. Generally an application is put on hold when the requirements of the company change or they are restructuring their organisation structure. So, I think they will come back to you once they start recruiting again.

What to do when HR puts the recruitment process on hold?

There can be a million and one reasons why HR has put the recruitment process on hold. Don’t hang around waiting for it to change. Move on. If you must, send a follow up email every 30 days or so to check back in to see if the process has been taken off hold. Only if it is the dream company you want to work for.

Is HR telling the truth when they say position is put on hold?

But in this case, out of the 50 cases I have seen where HR said “the position is put on hold”, usually they are telling you the truth. Either way, don’t put all your eggs in that basket. HR people will do/say anything ( and even lie ) to avoid litigation; except when it is in THEIR favor.

What should I do if my job offer is put on hold?

During the discussion, let the company representative know that you are very interested in the job and would like to receive continued consideration. You can also ask for insight into why the offer was put on hold. Be aware that you may or may not get a response to this query.