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Originally posted by northernladuk View PostDid you contact the client and tell them exactly what had happened?Comment
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Originally posted by uk contractor View PostNope as I did not even like the hiring manager he was very obnoxious! This IB are toxic to work at so no big loss career wise. The agent lied to cover herself after she assumed I would accept the lower rate & even accepted the role on my behalf without my permission! Even then they would not up the rate to the original offer so I was amused when it fell apart.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Originally posted by northernladuk View PostFair enough. To be honest I'd have done it anyway just to shaft the agent for that kind of attitude but it could have lead to a resolution which sounds like you didn't want.Comment
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It usually isn't the agent because they just want to close the deal and cutting the rate after the interview is the best way to lose it. However it is irrelevant who is responsible at the end of the day it's up to you, it's a negotiation. If you're not too worried about losing the contract then you can play hardball, if you're getting nervous because the market is tough, cave or go halfway.Last edited by BlasterBates; 16 August 2018, 13:36.I'm alright JackComment
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Originally posted by GreenMirror View Post"the rate is out of budget". Was it you or the agency who suggested that rate?Comment
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Originally posted by BlasterBates View PostIt usually isn't the agent because they just want to close the deal and cutting the rate after the interview is the best way to lose it. However it is irrelevant who is responsible at the end of the day it's up to you, it's a negotiation. If you're not too worried about losing the contract then you can play hardball, if you're getting nervous because the market is tough, cave or go halfway.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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This not having happened to me and hardly ever (hooray) worked through agents this might be overly naive but... after rejecting the new rate and they come back to you and insist it's the client not them, can you ask for proof of that e.g. an email?
If they're on a fixed rate the point is probably moot since they would be cutting their own rate - unless the client is using multiple agencies (again is that common?)Originally posted by MaryPoppinsI'd still not breastfeed a naziOriginally posted by vetranUrine is quite nourishingComment
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Originally posted by d000hg View PostThis not having happened to me and hardly ever (hooray) worked through agents this might be overly naive but... after rejecting the new rate and they come back to you and insist it's the client not them, can you ask for proof of that e.g. an email?
If they're on a fixed rate the point is probably moot since they would be cutting their own rate - unless the client is using multiple agencies (again is that common?)
Agency's tend to be in fixed rate because they are sole supplier and handle a lot of contractors. I'd be surprised if any client using multiple agencies has fixed commission agreements with any of them. It's unlikely there will be the volume of work to make it worth it for the agency.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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Happened me in my second contract. 'The client felt given my lack of experience, 25 pd less was the offer'. I was desperate and agreed with the agreement to review at renewal. I got the 25 back at renewal but I'm certain that it was a lie by the agent. I learned a valuable lesson and it hasn't happened since.Comment
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