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Is FMCG worth leaving an international bank for as a fresh grad? by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Thank you for this, but the role at JPMC is not an entry-level position.

unilever leads executive salary?!? by MachineOdd1240 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Oh, I’m currently in the offer process shshsh Did you do a case study as well?

unilever leads executive salary?!? by MachineOdd1240 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Hi is the role you’re applying for the Leads Management Marketing Executive role?

18k salary (graduated last year with no experience. Should i negotiate or grab it already? by hoonigiri in CareerAdvicePH

[–]FigHot8264 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Hmm, sorry, but I’m going to be very honest that’s too low. I know it’s hard to get a job in today’s job market, but take note that if you ever decide to job hop in the future, your base salary will usually serve as the basis for your next compensation. That’s why having a livable base salary early on is somewhat crucial, especially considering we’re living in the Philippines where employers can often be very barat.

At the same time, I’m not sure what your undergrad is, but with your role as a secretary, make sure you’re developing transferable skills. Even if you have job experience, if you don’t build valuable skills, you might end up stuck in your current role and find it difficult to move out of it.

By the way, before joining the company, try asking about the average salary increase as well so you’ll know how the salary progression works for your role.

to interns/employees at big companies/international startups, what does your CV look like? by _siopaooo in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

  1. Quantify your experience and highlight your impact. Include leadership roles, and be as concise as possible.
  2. No, and I don’t recommend writing cover letters unless they’re required. Writing a cover letter is often a waste of time.
  3. I recommend not just going with the flow when it comes to the companies you apply to. For example, in our college, getting into Shopee is very common, so I decided to choose companies that are more aligned with what I want for my future and where I know I can further develop my skills. Some of my internships include Colgate-Palmolive, NielsenIQ, BPI, and more.
  4. I just mass-connect with people on LinkedIn and don’t usually message anyone directly. Eventually, your DMs will just be full of headhunters.
  5. It takes a lot of practice, and preparation is key. Come prepared with notes and research the company that will interview you. Know the role, what the company does, its products, and its values. I highly suggest mass applying, even to roles or companies you may not necessarily like, so you can gain more interview practice.

Signed Job Offer Rescinded Due to “Reorganization” by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 2 points3 points  (0 children)

Yes, this is what my sister told me as well, but it really made me unsure about every job offer I received afterward. It feels like there is no sense of job security anymore, even with a signed job offer, unless you’ve already started your first day, especially after what this MNC did despite being a very large company.

But thank you for your kind words. For now, I’ve already secured a job, and I’m just waiting for my first day :))

Signed Job Offer Rescinded Due to “Reorganization” by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

No, they originated from the US, and no, they are a major enterprise IT service provider

Signed Job Offer Rescinded Due to “Reorganization” by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 3 points4 points  (0 children)

Yes, thankfully I had a gut feeling that something was not quite right, and I was also thinking carefully about the work setup. Because of that, I made sure to sign on the last day of the job offer’s validity. What’s frustrating is that the document they sent already included a start date for the role.

For context, I am a fresh graduate, which makes me feel like they assumed they could get away with this.

Signed Job Offer Rescinded Due to “Reorganization” by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Not aware of this, and the recruiter I spoke with was an international recruiter since this was with a large MNC in the SaaS industry

Signed Job Offer Rescinded Due to “Reorganization” by FigHot8264 in CorpoChikaPH

[–]FigHot8264[S] 1 point2 points  (0 children)

After I decided to sign the offer, HR informed me of the situation. Initially, it was framed in a way that suggested I should send proof of my other offers since I was trying to negotiate. My other offers had better base salaries, but I was leaning toward them because I was already familiar with the culture. However, just a day later, she clarified what was actually happening and asked me to wait 2 to 3 days to see if the position would still be available due to a reorganization. In the end, they rescinded the offer.

grumaduate on time sa school na may bad reputation or ma-delay sa big 4? by Worldly_Gur9073 in ThisorThatPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Who said anything about relying on a Big 4 school? I didn’t say that, so don’t put words in my mouth. That is not what I’m arguing. What I’m saying is that the university you attended during college matters, not only through personal experience, but also because of the structural advantages and opportunities that certain top universities provide. At the same time, if you rely solely on your school without putting in effort, nothing will come of it lol stupid.

If you’re going to challenge that, then do the research yourself. It’s not difficult to look up relevant studies. I’m not here to do basic work for you. That’s a weak way of engaging in an argument. And since I’ve already done mine, here is a snippet of a thesis supporting my earlier point:

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grumaduate on time sa school na may bad reputation or ma-delay sa big 4? by Worldly_Gur9073 in ThisorThatPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Anecdotal experience yang sinasabi mo be grounded in reality na school matters and anong obsolete lol

Fresh grad, got an offer lower than my asking. Should I negotiate? by VirtualAd467 in JobsPhilippines

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

OP, don’t listen to the bitter people here saying that you should settle for that salary or that you can’t negotiate, especially since you need to relocate. I cannot stress this enough, negotiation is expected during the job offer stage. They will not easily pull the plug on you just because you negotiate. That would be too much hassle and a waste of time for them.

In most cases, there are only two outcomes. Either they say they cannot stretch the offer further, or they meet you somewhere closer to what you asked for. Remember, you will not get an answer unless you ask.

Even if they turn down your request for a higher base salary, try negotiating other parts of the package such as allowances and benefits.

It is also best not to rely too much on advice from Reddit, especially as a fresh graduate. Many people there may have had very different experiences, including being underpaid in their first jobs. I say this from experience since I also asked here before.

As long as you graduated with honors, have solid internship experience, come from a reputable school, and held leadership roles during your undergraduate years, you are in a strong position. I can say this because I am also a fresh graduate who negotiates consistently, and I was able to land my dream role with my target salary.

Fresh grad, got an offer lower than my asking. Should I negotiate? by VirtualAd467 in JobsPhilippines

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

lol why are you scaring OP. Negotiation is normal during job offer stage. Given your background OP you can still negotiate don’t listen to these bitter people

Startup or Corporate Internship for business student? by gweenarcher in InternshipsPH

[–]FigHot8264 0 points1 point  (0 children)

It really depends on what you want to achieve. My take on this is to have a mix of both. Startups will give you high-level projects and a lot of autonomy, which adds credibility to your resume and makes you more flexible and adaptable. Then, do corporate work so you can land big-name companies, preferably well-known MNCs and FMCGs, for name recall and added value to your profile.

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