Queries Related to Job in Muscat

Hi gcdeeps,

Well, the operations and management of Havas Worldwide Muscat are under an entirely different (Havas) management, as you are probably aware. AGK are only the local partners.

So it is better for you to treat this offer with just as much precaution and care as you would treat an offer from any unknown or unheard of company.

Had the job offered was with the AGk Group itself, then none of these would, of course, be needed. Since it is not the case, make sure you meticulously do the much-needed hygiene checks done even before arriving.

First and foremost, was the meeting prior to your offer being made a formal, face-to-face one ? If you have been offered the job without so much as even a formal meeting, then it should raise all the red flags.

If your offer came only after a formal meeting / interview / discussion with the employer's team, then ensure that you have a formal 'Offer Letter' on their letterhead and signed by an authorised signatory. This is the document based on which you would then do your negotiations and finalisation of the offer.

Also before arriving, make sure you have a proper 'Appointment Order' which lists the entire terms and conditions of your employment, including complete details of your designation, your job description, performance evaluation processes, package, et al.

The Appointment Order must also clearly state your accommodation, transportation, leave travel details and every single information pertaining to your employment clearly listed. 

The Appointment Letter would be only a modified version of the Offer Letter, after a bit of negotiated give-and-take between you and your future employer.

In case of any concerns, later on, you will only have your Appointment Letter to fall back on. Again that document has to be on a formal company letterhead and signed by an authorised signatory, for it to be considered as valid in the court of law.

This document needs to be countersigned by you prior to your arrival, to prove that the terms of your employment contract have been discussed and agreed between you (the employee), and the company (the employer).