UK Recruitment Glossary
Counter-Offer
In recruiter context
I've seen hundreds of these. The data is consistent: roughly 70-80% of people who accept a counter-offer leave within a year anyway, often pushed out. The reason you wanted to leave usually wasn't pay alone, and a salary patch doesn't fix it. Counter-offers also damage trust quietly — your employer now knows you were one foot out the door.
Related terms
Hiring Manager
The person who has the open headcount and will be your future direct boss if you get the role.
Gross Misconduct
A category of serious workplace misconduct that justifies summary dismissal (without notice) — theft…
PILON
Pay In Lieu Of Notice — the employer pays you for the notice period instead of having you work it.
Job Description (JD)
The official posting that lists role responsibilities, requirements, and sometimes salary.