I interviewed for a job, was offered the job the same day and accepted. I have now completed references, obtained uniform and have an occupational health appointment next week. I was very transparent about my qualifications throughout the application and interview. I have provided my certificates and ID to the recruitment team who stated they had everything they needed (this is an internal move).
The application stated NVQ3 or equivalent. I have alevels which I was led to believe was equivalent, as was the recruiting manager who has stated via email that this has always been the case previously.
HR have now decided that alevels are not equivalent to NVQ3 as there is no practical element. They have now retrospectively applied this new rule to my application and there is a good chance the offer will be withdrawn.
I am devastated and feel this is highly unfair. I understand they need to draw a line however I feel this should be for future advertised jobs and should not be retrospectively applied.
Is there anything I can do? I'm going to ask for a meeting with HR tomorrow.