How do I answer "Why did you leave your previous job" effectively?

This is how I handle this ques: "Actually, my previous company is great company to work at. However, now I would like to explore some more challenging roles where I can grow better". This has just worked for me so far. I never say I am leaving becoz of money.

Why? Becoz though money is a driver in switching companies, the recruiter shouldn't feel that I will leave their company as well just becoz someone else might end up paying a little more.

PS: all of my prev companies were actually good with helpful colleagues

Just be honest and don't overthink it, it's just a field in the form they have to fill. Don't go too deep in bashing your current employer, it's a major red flag for recruiters. You can also just say that the new opportunity is just too good to miss.

sources: couple of family and friends are recruiters

Tried, Tested and worked sentences:

1. In my previous role, I am getting too overwhelmed from multiple teams specifically to pick the projects whereas when I was employed I was asked to work only with 1 team to become an expert and then move to other teams project.

2. I see my education and internships were more on automation whereas current co. has lot of manual processes and don’t even have the budget to enhance. In today’s world, I want to work with companies who are upscaling themselves time to time so do employees.

3. Over the time, I have exceeded the expectations however to keep myself motivated, pay is another factor which is not fulfilled even post the hike cycle.

4. I see myself growing in the work I deliver but my financial responsibilities are also come hand in hand which I am unable to meet.

Master stroke for top companies:

It’s hard to prove that say, so allow me few mins and I will walk you through my skills and achievements to help you in processing my profile further. Then explain and give your best!

Depends on the following Number of years of experience: Number of years in previous/current company: What was your previous role: What is the role you are interviewing for:

"Change is the only constant"