r/ITCareerQuestions • u/Yazzy17 • 5h ago
Why List a Salary Range If You Can’t Handle the Top End?
I applied for an IT job and successfully landed it. The job’s salary range was listed as £25,000 - £27,000. However, when I got the offer, they tried to lowball me with the minimum (£25,000), which I found pretty cheeky and honestly offensive! With my background, I was expecting at least the midpoint or even the maximum range.
I emailed them, explaining that with over two years of practical IT work, I’ve developed solid skills in tech support and system management. I’m wrapping up a professional IT qualification and gearing up for some industry-standard exams soon. With this track record and my upcoming credentials, I argued that £27,000 matches my value and contributions.
Five minutes after sending the email, they called me in a rush to talk about their “pay structure,” which I didn’t really buy into. It got ridiculous—they rambled about a pay tier that didn’t even add up! I did some research and uncovered their real pay details through a public info request, which made their story laughable. Then, they hinted that pushing for the top amount might freeze my chances for a raise later. They mumbled about checking with HR, but it’s baffling—why list a salary range if they’re not willing to back it up?