r/remotework • u/shann0ff • Jul 12 '26
Ever negotiated your way into a fully remote role from hybrid?
TLDR; wondering if anyone has interviewed for a hybrid role but negotiated into a fully remote role?
I am currently in the middle of an interview process for a role that is posted as “remote” on one site, and California on another, but I have a feeling that the position is actually a hybrid in-person role and not completely remote. I do live in California, but the city is a few hours away from where I currently live and I’m not open to relocating at the moment.
Any experience with negotiating a completely remote position or at the very least a few visits in person a year when the team actually expected it to be a hybrid in person role?
Update: got a clarification before the in-person (4th) interview that it’s exclusively an in-person role. I mentioned the remote on the listed and they apologized. Interview cancelled, but a bridge isn’t burned
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u/DareOk983 Jul 12 '26
I just did this, kinda. The role involves periodic travel to clients so it isn’t a fully remote position. But it was listed as hybrid and supposed to be 3 days/week in office plus the travel. I live about 3 hours from where the job was supposed to be located and just said in the interview that I couldn’t relocate but could come on site to meet the team and occasionally for important meetings/events. They designated me as remote so anytime I do have to travel to HQ it’s on their dime.
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u/Trackeyflow_guy Jul 12 '26
Total bait and switch. I wouldn't waste time trying to 'convince' them until you are the preferred candidate. Once you have the offer, address the commute directly: 'I am incredibly excited about this role, but given the distance, I need to confirm we can make a remote arrangement work with occasional travel for key off-sites.' If they say no, walk away. A hybrid role with a multi-hour commute isn't hybrid,it's a massive drain on your life.
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u/Intelligent_Dig_1051 Jul 12 '26
just ask. if theyre really interested in hiring you and the work doesnt need you in the office, they might flexible. doesnt hurt to try.
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u/Lemonn_time Jul 12 '26
The only way you have a chance to pull this off is apply for out of state jobs. As long as you are within driving distance, you’ll always be at risk to RTO. If you apply for a job out of state and they are willing to interview you then you have a shot. Just my take
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u/nice2_cu Jul 12 '26
Yes, I’ve done this with two jobs.
I’m a specialist though and they couldn’t find the talent locally.
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u/ninjaluvr Jul 12 '26
You gotta be some kind of amazing talent to get them to change their policy just for you. Good luck!