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5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by 24hoursreporter: 10:33am On Nov 18, 2018
When it comes to job hunting, Lagos is the perfect place to go. And whenever you are accepting a job offer in this city, you must look beyond the salary.

As a matter of fact, don’t fall victim to the figures in the appointment letter. Rather be rational and look beyond the figures.

Whether you are an experienced professional looking for greener pasture or a fresh graduate looking for a job, there are certain things you must consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos.

A job offer goes beyond the figures of the salary, the beauty of the work environment etc. So, in this article, we have come up with certain things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos.

5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos

#1. Healthcare Package

One of the things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos is the healthcare package. Remember, health is wealth and any organization that doesn’t provide any healthcare package for you is not worthy of your skill.

Irrespective of the salary figures a company is offering, I still believe they are inhuman if they aren’t considering your health. So, it is advisable to remain in your current role where the salary is not that big but the healthcare package is encouraging.

#2. Consistency Of Payment

The consistency of payment is something you should look into before accepting a job offer. Ask employees around if possible, some of them may be able to hint you.

Trust me, it is better you receive a 50k salary consistently every month than working in a place where you are paid 200k that doesn’t come as at when due.

In fact, some companies in Lagos even owe 3 months salary. Don’t make the mistake of working in companies like these, you will end up living in debt.

#3. Profit Sharing Options

Generally, some organizations are very appreciative to their employees. And they will always share part of their profits with their workforce.

Organizations like these are the best places to work. Once you get an employment offer from these organizations, don’t think it twice before accepting it.

#4. Location

Location is one of the most important things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos. When an Organization offers a salary, compare it in terms of expenses with your current salary and location.

For instance, if you live in Egbeda it is better to work in a company in Ikeja paying you 75k than working in another company in Victoria Island paying you 125k. Considering the cost of transportation and stress.

#5. Payment of Leave Allowance and 13th Month Salary

Some companies may offer 5 digit salary but they pay Leave allowance and 13th-month salary in 6 digits. Companies like these have great plans for employees, you should accept the offer even if it is a 5 figure salary.

After all, the leave allowance and 13th-month salary are in 6 digits. You can easily use these allowance to pay your house rent and offset other expenses.

Source: http://www.24hoursreporter.com/2018/11/18/5-things-to-consider-before-accepting-a-job-offer-in-lagos/

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by 24hoursreporter: 10:34am On Nov 18, 2018
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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Forreellinc: 10:35am On Nov 18, 2018
grin checker ,e be like say you like as you no get work abi?

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by 24hoursreporter: 10:37am On Nov 18, 2018
Forreellinc:
grin checker ,e be like say you like as you no get work abi?

So Because you nor get work, you go accept offer with consideration?

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by deleib(m): 10:37am On Nov 18, 2018
Jep
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Forreellinc: 10:39am On Nov 18, 2018
24hoursreporter:


So Because you nor get work, you go accept offer with consideration?
Except you be superstar or your papa get confam connection, 100% of the job offers you will get will fail your "checks"

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by FreshBoss007: 10:48am On Nov 18, 2018
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24hoursreporter:
Always look beyond salary before accepting a job offer

op this new useless trend of been the op and ftc at the same time is greed o
fear no dey catch you

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by dingbang(m): 10:55am On Nov 18, 2018
You are very correct.
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by lereinter(m): 12:45pm On Nov 18, 2018
if u reject offers in Nigeria cos of points mentioned above

then its better u go start your own business

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by adekanmbi1986(m): 3:58pm On Nov 18, 2018
Hmm
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by 3millionia: 3:59pm On Nov 18, 2018
cheesy
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Chizzyjoyce(f): 3:59pm On Nov 18, 2018
grin


You'll only be rejecting the offer if you don see food chop now.

And as you're rejecting it another person is embracing it and even doing Thanksgiving in the church on how the enemy has made way..

So think twice mbok wink

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by R0ckefeller: 4:01pm On Nov 18, 2018
op have you forget this is nigeria
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by SamuelAnyawu(m): 4:02pm On Nov 18, 2018
Make i kuku dey enjoy my better six digit grin here in a Borno Village grin

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Paschalp(m): 4:03pm On Nov 18, 2018
Then you ain't ready for a job in my lawless country

Go start ya own thing
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by INTROVERT(f): 4:03pm On Nov 18, 2018
Work where i work and you will grin grin grin grin everyday, week, month and year. Thank God.
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by OboOlora(f): 4:03pm On Nov 18, 2018
That location is very key.
A lot of people be waking up at 3am from Sango to go to Lekki or Ajah for a 100k job, only to return at 11pm again to darkness at home

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by NotBeenPaid: 4:04pm On Nov 18, 2018
24hoursreporter:
Always look beyond salary before accepting a job offer




Absolutely...




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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by hopyroll(m): 4:04pm On Nov 18, 2018
Tell that to someone who has been on job hunt for years......

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Sammy07: 4:05pm On Nov 18, 2018
So OP are you telling that someone who hardly eat 2 squares of male shouldn't accept the offer? grin
lol, this is Nigeria. if you reject one job because of the points above, then goan start your business..
my own opinion grin

Accept the job
Continue in search of another one
keep managing until you get another one.

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by surveyProf(m): 4:06pm On Nov 18, 2018
I with the current unemployment rise in Lagos Nigeria at large, an employee who has been jobless for a reasonable number of months/ years would no necessarily take into consideration all the aforementioned points listed by the poster, the survival of the fittest come into play, when searching for jobs in Lagos, there is also a believe that start small and grow big.

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by cutesmilez(f): 4:12pm On Nov 18, 2018
2.1 and no job.... Oluwa abeg open way..... God help us for nija

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Politicowizard(m): 4:22pm On Nov 18, 2018
That location factor is very important. I could remember my first week at my present job. Wakes up 4am, leaves house by 4.30am, gets to house 11pm. Very frustrating and stressful. I thank God the situation has changed.

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by labusinessguide: 4:27pm On Nov 18, 2018
Apt
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by DabuIIIT: 4:30pm On Nov 18, 2018
Op this is naija o,coneheads are hungry.

Meanwhile,before accepting any job offer in any brown roof habitat,PLEASE,consider the safety of your own head o,a word is enough for the wise
grin
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by dangoteinlaw: 4:49pm On Nov 18, 2018
This one that we have good topics on fp today or was a certain mod layed off... Anyways back to topic I suspect the op isn't located in Lagos, 125k job? From egbeda to VI ?? Bru u will be lucky to get that and when u do pls consult ur herberlist to help u secure it grin

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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Quality20(m): 4:53pm On Nov 18, 2018
its in Kano I want to get a job. Pls who can help with that? Got a physiology degree!
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Bigdaddy234: 4:59pm On Nov 18, 2018
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Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Nobody: 5:29pm On Nov 18, 2018
dangoteinlaw:
This one that we have good topics on fp today or was a certain mod layed off... Anyways back to topic I suspect the op isn't located in Lagos, 125k job? From egbeda to VI ?? Bru u will be lucky to get that and when u do pls consult ur herberlist to help u secure it grin
Relocate to an area closer to your place of work .
Re: 5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos by Ashibelieve: 5:31pm On Nov 18, 2018
ANSWER THIS QUESTIONS FIRST OGA
1. How much will you make for the company every month?
2. With the Nigeria university graduates that don't know anything about productivity and work ethic are you coming from Cambridge or Harvard or MIT?
3.Shebi you will solve power and internet proems including tax and Lagos state 1000 inspection department?

Please all NYSC don't listen to this advice o. Visit scoutan.com to get jobs without interview.

24hoursreporter:
When it comes to job hunting, Lagos is the perfect place to go. And whenever you are accepting a job offer in this city, you must look beyond the salary.

As a matter of fact, don’t fall victim to the figures in the appointment letter. Rather be rational and look beyond the figures.

Whether you are an experienced professional looking for greener pasture or a fresh graduate looking for a job, there are certain things you must consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos.

A job offer goes beyond the figures of the salary, the beauty of the work environment etc. So, in this article, we have come up with certain things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos.

5 Things To Consider Before Accepting A Job Offer In Lagos

#1. Healthcare Package

One of the things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos is the healthcare package. Remember, health is wealth and any organization that doesn’t provide any healthcare package for you is not worthy of your skill.

Irrespective of the salary figures a company is offering, I still believe they are inhuman if they aren’t considering your health. So, it is advisable to remain in your current role where the salary is not that big but the healthcare package is encouraging.

#2. Consistency Of Payment

The consistency of payment is something you should look into before accepting a job offer. Ask employees around if possible, some of them may be able to hint you.

Trust me, it is better you receive a 50k salary consistently every month than working in a place where you are paid 200k that doesn’t come as at when due.

In fact, some companies in Lagos even owe 3 months salary. Don’t make the mistake of working in companies like these, you will end up living in debt.

#3. Profit Sharing Options

Generally, some organizations are very appreciative to their employees. And they will always share part of their profits with their workforce.

Organizations like these are the best places to work. Once you get an employment offer from these organizations, don’t think it twice before accepting it.

#4. Location

Location is one of the most important things to consider before accepting a job offer in Lagos. When an Organization offers a salary, compare it in terms of expenses with your current salary and location.

For instance, if you live in Egbeda it is better to work in a company in Ikeja paying you 75k than working in another company in Victoria Island paying you 125k. Considering the cost of transportation and stress.

#5. Payment of Leave Allowance and 13th Month Salary

Some companies may offer 5 digit salary but they pay Leave allowance and 13th-month salary in 6 digits. Companies like these have great plans for employees, you should accept the offer even if it is a 5 figure salary.

After all, the leave allowance and 13th-month salary are in 6 digits. You can easily use these allowance to pay your house rent and offset other expenses.

Source: http://www.24hoursreporter.com/2018/11/18/5-things-to-consider-before-accepting-a-job-offer-in-lagos/

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