job interview western expat

ram1500
By ram1500

am having a job interview for team sales leader, and would like to know what is expected salary in Qatar for some one with 15 years experience, also what else should I negotiate .I have 3 sons all in school age.

Thanks

By lcapall• 20 Jan 2016 12:53
Rating: 4/5
lcapall

as long as your basic salary is 35% more then what you make in your home country, then go for it, accommodation,school, benefits should be included. Also note that lay offs are taking place and jobs here aren't that secure as they used to,So you might wanna think twice before quitting your existing job.

By acchabaccha• 20 Jan 2016 12:35
acchabaccha

Tell them openly you are from the West. Keep your nose high up in the air during the interview and just see how well they pay you. The term "western expat" you have stated in your subject line carries a lot of weight here in the Middle East.

By yacine.h• 20 Jan 2016 11:31
Rating: 4/5
yacine.h

With 3 kids, I think the total package shouldn't be lower than 35 (without accommodation) or 25 (with accommodation). They will most probably try to lower your salary and lure you instead with commissions on sales. Be careful not to overestimate commissions as sales in some sectors are not guaranteed.

By yacine.h• 20 Jan 2016 11:27
yacine.h

Asking for the NOC from the first interview? Wow what a brilliant suggestion....

By Molten Metal• 20 Jan 2016 10:18
Rating: 3/5
Molten Metal

If you ask for NOC in an interview nobody will ever take you in ............ instead go to a company who has regard for you today & tomorrow ....................

By britexpat• 20 Jan 2016 09:13
britexpat

Don't forget the Gymnasium membership and maid

By Barak O• 20 Jan 2016 09:06
Rating: 5/5
Barak O

Demand 30K + accom+ Car+Education allowance for your 03 Kids in American or British School and entertainment allowance (gym, etc.) last not the least Commission.

By moattaz_mm• 20 Jan 2016 08:55
Rating: 4/5
moattaz_mm

You have to be reasonable,

First of all know the capabilities of your company,

Salary shouldn’t be less than 20000 but preferred to have provided accommodation,

Perfect if they provided education allowance,

Also Don’t hesitate and don’t be afraid,

You are selling company’s products can’t you sell yourself!

By Lucky Luciano• 20 Jan 2016 08:53
Lucky Luciano

I mean "profit sharing" for Western Expats on top of the above benefits.

By Lucky Luciano• 20 Jan 2016 08:51
Rating: 5/5
Lucky Luciano

Above posts didn't include the profit sharing as well. This is very common in Qatar now.

By zackm• 20 Jan 2016 07:16
Rating: 5/5
zackm

just adding to Brity's comment: You should also receive, platinum medical insurance, and life insurance from the company, good commission plan based on your sales/KPIs, possibly company provided car, and white glove onboarding process and throughout your employment with your new employer in Qatar. Best of Luck!

By britexpat• 20 Jan 2016 06:42
Rating: 5/5
britexpat

Company provided accomodation in a compound, full education allowance for all three children, transport allowance, NOC at end of contract

By Wild Turkey• 19 Jan 2016 22:01
Wild Turkey

Expect nothing. tell them what you want and see if you can get it.

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