If you work for a council...

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How long did it take for you to hear back about the job after applying?

I’m not sure whether I’m no longer being considered or if their process just takes longer than other organisations.

The post closed on 13 June.
It’s an office role that would be perfect for me, I put a lot of effort into my application and meet all the criteria including the desirable criteria

Increments are different to pay rises. Unless you're at the top you'll get both. If the salary you quoted is one pay band then it might have 3 increments so you might move up approx £1000/year until you get to the top. Separate to that is the annual pay rise - the 3-4% you get now. One you're at the top of the pay band you'll only get the annual % rise.

@LemonGelato Thank you, its good to know that I will be speaking to HR and it wont be viewed negatively if I try to get more money. Your points of A,B & C are all very true! #

@childoftkty fingers crossed if I am lucky enough to get the job they offer middle of the band.

@Blindbobisagreatcat Thank you for clearing that up! makes sense.