After applying to a job in another city, why would an HR person ask me if my move is dependent on a job offer? Ask Question

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manpreet Tuteehub forum best answer Best Answer 2 years ago

I applied to a job in another city (another time zone actually) and after an initial phone screen, the HR person emailed me asking if I was planning on moving or if the move was dependent on a job offer.

Why might a recruiter (HR "talent acquisition specialist") ask that? How should I respond?

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manpreet 2 years ago

As with any other question from a future employer you answer truthfully.

Beyond the reasons stated in other answers, the recruiter may be assessing the likelihood that you will leave soon after starting. Generally speaking when companies are hiring, they want the new employee to work for them for a long time to be valuable.

If the only reason you are relocating is for the job, there is a higher likelihood that you may become unhappy with the city and choose to leave even if you like the job. If you are moving to that city for another reason, you are less likely to pack up and go as there is something else holding you there.


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