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Interviews General Queries 2 years ago
Posted on 16 Aug 2022, this text provides information on General Queries related to Interviews. Please note that while accuracy is prioritized, the data presented might not be entirely correct or up-to-date. This information is offered for general knowledge and informational purposes only, and should not be considered as a substitute for professional advice.
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I know one should not disclose their salary in an interview: how you are valued anywhere else should not affect how the new company should value you, and it can be used against you.
I am aware some people just give a higher figure to prevent it being used against them (stating their supposed current salary as the minimum salary they want in the new position). I would prefer not having to lie, though, but I am not sure I would be able to refuse to disclose it without sounding rude/paranoid.
How can one politely refuse to disclose their salary, ideally without hurting their chances of staying in the interview process?
EDIT: This is not a duplicate of How to respond to a direct ask of salary earned and expectations?: I know how I want to answer, but I do not know how to phrase it in a polite and professional.
"My company considers salary to be confidential, so I can't disclose it to third parties".
If they insist, hold your ground. You can even reply "You aren't suggesting that I break a confidentiality agreement with my current employer, are you?".
EDIT: For the odd case where your salary isn't confidential and you don't want to lie, you can say "My current salary is not relevant for the current negotiation", or just "I rather not tell" if you want to be bold.
Bottom line, there is nothing wrong with you not wanting to share this information, and holding your ground and clearly stating that you don't want to share this information is not unprofessional.
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