Malaysian graduate claims HR put down job seeker’s RM3,000 salary request, sparking debate over fair pay, starting wages and industry expectations
IT is increasingly difficult to secure a decent job these days, let alone negotiate a salary that necessarily reflects one’s qualifications.
A Malaysian job seeker recently shared their frustration after alleging that a company’s human resources representative mocked them for requesting a salary of just RM3,000.
“I’m a degree holder with close to a year of experience,” the individual wrote in a Threads post.
Following the post’s circulation, many netizens encouraged the job seeker to aim higher, pointing out that a person’s starting salary can significantly affect their future earnings.
“RM3,000 isn’t even a demand — it should be the bare minimum,” one user commented.
“That company is being cheap and doesn’t know how to recognise talent and value. Don’t be discouraged — move on. There are plenty of better opportunities out there,” another advised.
However, others weighed in to note that salary offers can vary depending on the industry, role, and a company’s budget, suggesting that expectations should be viewed within that context.
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