Headcount approval French bank

Hi guys, wondering if anyone ever gone through what I'm going through. I had multiple interviews (including HR interview in the last round) and finally got a verbal offer, however the hiring manager mentioned that he is still waiting for the approval from HQ. It's been almost 3 months since my last interview / verbal offer, and total of 4 months since my first interview. Anyone had gone through a lengthy hiring process, how long did it take?

Thank you in advance!

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sillygoose32

Hi guys, wondering if anyone ever gone through what I'm going through. I had multiple interviews (including HR interview in the last round) and finally got a verbal offer, however the hiring manager mentioned that he is still waiting for the approval from HQ. It's been almost 3 months since my last interview / verbal offer, and total of 4 months since my first interview. Anyone had gone through a lengthy hiring process, how long did it take?

Thank you in advance!

Sounds a little long. Why don't you call and find out what's going on? When did you speak with them the last time?

 

Must feel like torture. Ask the guy who gave you the offer when he can expect approval. HR can't really help here as the MD (or group head) is the only one who can push & expedite. French banks do have their reputation for bureaucracy, but I'm sure u knew this already...

All the world's indeed a stage, And we are merely players, Performers and portrayers, Each another's audience, Outside the gilded cage - Limelight (1981)
 

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