The interview was conducted in person. Prior to the meeting, I had communicated that I was interested in a role offering a competitive salary package, which was initially acknowledged given my CV and international experience. Based on that understanding, I attended the interview with the expectation that the offer would reflect this.
During the meeting, however, the salary proposed was only slightly above the minimum, justified with arguments about training and gradual development. This gave the impression that the company follows a conservative approach to compensation, focusing more on cost containment than on recognising professional background and skills.
More broadly, the experience reflects a recurring challenge in the Greek job market: the undervaluing of international expertise and the lack of a strategic view of talent as an investment. Such an approach may limit both organisational growth and employee potential.
Additionally, there were questions and comments that suggested potential family planning (such as maternity) might be treated as a factor in hiring decisions. This comes across as outdated and concerning, and does not align with a modern professional culture.
Overall, the interview process was polite and straightforward, but it left me with the impression that the role was framed with low expectations and limited recognition of the value an experienced professional can bring.
