I’m interviewing at a fund house. They wanted a paraplanner but the headhunter sent me (a 2 year advisor) instead. The person I’d be working for loved me and is willing to create a role. He had me speak with his boss who said I was great and would second creating a role; he also told me I’m in demand and that competitors would bite my hand off. They had me speak to the head of staff who oddly positioned the meeting like I should be grateful to work for them, despite saying I could be…

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… brilliant. Is this a power play? He asked questions such as ‘I sense this job would be huge for you, am I right?’ and told me not to consider their company until I had firm offers from other opportunities to ensure I really wanted to work for them.

I’m not sure what’s happening here. The two people I’d be working for like me so much they’re willing to create a role, and the conversation with the third person was positive so I feel like there’s manipulation at play?

No, they’re not. I’d be helping with the support functions but would be taken along to client events/meetings and given the freedom to hunt, which is a hybrid role that doesn’t exist as you’re usually either support or on-target advisor.

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