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Made a mistake signing my offer letter

Hi there,

This is kind of a “stupid” question - I received an offer from a consulting firm about 3 weeks ago and I signed it. However, I just figured out that I made a mistake when signing the offer - in a section where I have to choose one of the two options, I clicked on both of them. Now, I wonder if this will create a problem for my offer status. Thanks!!

 

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on Oct 14, 2022
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HI there, 

Congratulations on getting an offer and best of luck on your consulting journey ahead!

I really can't see the scenario in which this will create problems for you. If in doubt, just reach out to HR and tell them you believe you might have made a mistake and you would like to adjust it. I'm sure this is not the first time this happens. 

Best,

Cristian

on Oct 14, 2022
#1 Coach for Sessions (4.500+) | 1.500+ 5-Star Reviews | Proven Success: ➡ interviewoffers.com | Ex BCG | 10Y+ Coaching

Hi there,

Congratulations on the offer! In terms of your question:

Q: I just figured out that I made a mistake when signing the offer - in a section where I have to choose one of the two options, I clicked on both of them. Now, I wonder if this will create a problem for my offer status. 

This is not a problem, you just need to inform HR, they should be able to recommend how to fix it.

Best of luck with your new job!

Francesco

Dennis
Coach
on Oct 13, 2022
Roland Berger|Project Manager and Recruiter|7+ years of consulting experience in USA and Europe

You can follow up with HR without having to be concerned. These are legitimate follow-ups so don't hesitate

Ashwin
Coach
on Oct 13, 2022
Bain Senior Manager , Deloitte Director| 200+ MBB Offers | INSEAD

Talk to HR, seems like an easy problem to solve. Thanks 

Florian
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on Oct 13, 2022
1400 5-star reviews across platforms | 600+ offers | Highest-rated case book on Amazon | Uni lecturer in US, Asia, EU

Hey there,

Not at all. Just call your recruiter and tell them. They will send you a new document to sign…

Cheers,

Florian

Ian
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on Oct 13, 2022
Top US BCG / MBB Coach - 5,000 sessions |Tech, Platinion, Big 4 | 9/9 personal interviews passed | 95% candidate success

Hi there,

This isn't a problem at all! All you need to do is reach out to the recruiter/HR and let them know your choice!

Udayan
Coach
on Oct 13, 2022
Top rated Case & PEI coach/Multiple real offers/McKinsey EM in New York /12 years recruiting experience

No - of all the things to worry about this should be at the very bottom. Just talk to HR

Pedro
Coach
on Oct 13, 2022
Bain | EY-Parthenon | Former Principal | 1.5h session | 30% discount 1st session

Just reach out to them to correct the mistake. Don't worry, you'll still get the option you prefer.

Deleted user
on Oct 23, 2022

Just send a quick email to HR explaining your error. This is an admin issue with absolutely nothing to worry about.

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