However, while candidates might not be able to build a completely accurate picture of the job through an interview, it should give them an idea of what to expect.

“The interview process is where the magic happens, offering you the best chance to gain a good understanding of how the company operates on a personal level,” says Dipen. “Think about the types of roles you’ve enjoyed in the past, and which of the roles on offer comes closest to replicating that environment.” Reflect on the interview What constitutes a good culture fit largely depends on the individual, he explains, so candidates should take clues and insight wherever they can to assess if the workplace is right for them, such as asking friends or ex-employees who may know the business. “A company’s culture is critically important when deciding which offer to accept because you need to be sure you’ll enjoy going into work every day,” says Hywel. “Also consider each role’s location and commute as this could significantly impact on your day-to-day life, although some companies may offer perks like childcare or gym membership that could offset these issues.” Consider the culture fit If candidates have young families or other responsibilities, then the ability to work from home or work flexibly may be a more pressing concern, he says.

“The work/life balance of any job means different things to different people, so consider what impact each role will have on your own needs and requirements,” suggests Hywel. As Hywel adds: “Don’t end up jumping out of the frying pan and into the fire by choosing the wrong role.” Assess the work/life balance Any candidate will likely experience ‘push factors’ driving them away from their current role, he says, but if the new job on offer doesn’t address these issues you could be left feeling unfulfilled and wondering if it was all worth it. “When considering each role, ask yourself whether it would fulfil the reasons you decided to look for a new job in the first place,” suggests Dipen. “Long-term ambitions should act as an end goal, and whichever job choice you make now, it should move you further down the road towards that end goal.” Be careful of ‘push’ factors As he explains, every career decision a candidate makes will ultimately impact on their long-term career ambitions, which means it’s all the more important to make the right choices. “One of the main reasons people change roles is to advance their career, so when deciding on your next move your long-term career ambitions should be an important consideration,” says Dipen Kunwar, associate director at Robert Walters Japan.

He continues, “During the interview process you should have built up a good idea of whether you’re interested in the role, so a slow response could reflect badly on your decision-making skills and could even see the job offer withdrawn entirely.” Think long-term “Some companies may give you up to a week to make your decision, although this will largely depend on the length and structure of their recruitment process,” explains Hywel Davies, associate director at Robert Walters Indonesia. Our experts share some crucial things to consider if you’re struggling to decide. It might sound like the dream, but having two job offers on the table can make for a hard decision.

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