So, I applied for a position about 6 weeks ago, one I’m a bit over qualified for but I need a job and money is money.

I had to do an assessment and personality quiz, then spoke with the recruiter, then I had 3 further interviews with various members of the department. During my final discussion with a senior manager, he said there was another senior role that he believed I’d more suited for and he was really keen to get me interviewed for that position. He emailed me separately and set up a meeting with the director of this other department. This seemingly went well and he emailed me afterwards with great feedback. He stated he could see me as a member of the team and I would be perfect for the role.

It’s a new role they are shaping so he would be in touch when he could discuss the next steps but no further interviews are required. That brings me to today. I’ve not heard anything for about 10 days now. The last email after I chased up was from the hiring manager/director that said he was still super keen to discuss things further but nothing to share as of now.

Everything sounds positive but I’m not sure what the hold up could be. From what it seemed like from one of my initial conversations I was nailed on for the lesser role but then out forward for this one and now I’m in limbo without an actual offer and no other communication. Has anyone been in this position before? Any info you can share or what may be happening? Any reassurance?

Sorry for the long story, I’ve been out of work for 5 months and I was really excited about this role and was hoping my stress and depression was coming to an end but now I’m stuck waiting and it’s hard.