Quick Background:
Recently, I found myself back in job search mode. I posted my resume online, and was contact by a variety of recruiters. One of which had a great oppertunity. It was a job oppertunity that would allow me to move back to my hometown's vicinity, great pay, good benefits. The works. I pursued it vigorously, and got an interview.
However, right before the interview (the night before), another job offer came in. It was similar in benefits/pay, but some off the add benefits (work from home, familiar environment) just put it over the top. I didn't accept, but rather put it on hold until after my interview with Company A to make sure.
I went on the interview, and the recruiter called me and let me know that they wanted to offer me the position. I had to decline.
What happened next was astounding. The recruiter would not let go. I tried, politely, numerous times, to justify why I was taking the other position, and why I felt it would be a better fit, but to know avail. He was rather insulting during the interrogation. Finally, I reached a breaking point and blurted out that I was done trying to justify myself to him, and that I really shouldn't have to. I've made my decision.
I guess I'm asking how any of you would have handled it, and what would your next step be. It's pretty apparent that I've burned the bridge with the recruiting firm (which sucks, as they are a large player in my neck of the woods) but I don't see what I should have done differently. Should I follow up with the actual company with an email/phone call and explain myself? Should I send an email to the recruiting firm expressing my displeasure?
Recently, I found myself back in job search mode. I posted my resume online, and was contact by a variety of recruiters. One of which had a great oppertunity. It was a job oppertunity that would allow me to move back to my hometown's vicinity, great pay, good benefits. The works. I pursued it vigorously, and got an interview.
However, right before the interview (the night before), another job offer came in. It was similar in benefits/pay, but some off the add benefits (work from home, familiar environment) just put it over the top. I didn't accept, but rather put it on hold until after my interview with Company A to make sure.
I went on the interview, and the recruiter called me and let me know that they wanted to offer me the position. I had to decline.
What happened next was astounding. The recruiter would not let go. I tried, politely, numerous times, to justify why I was taking the other position, and why I felt it would be a better fit, but to know avail. He was rather insulting during the interrogation. Finally, I reached a breaking point and blurted out that I was done trying to justify myself to him, and that I really shouldn't have to. I've made my decision.
I guess I'm asking how any of you would have handled it, and what would your next step be. It's pretty apparent that I've burned the bridge with the recruiting firm (which sucks, as they are a large player in my neck of the woods) but I don't see what I should have done differently. Should I follow up with the actual company with an email/phone call and explain myself? Should I send an email to the recruiting firm expressing my displeasure?
