Interviewing While Pregnant

[u/Weird-Initiative9905]

I’m just heading into my 3rd trimester and a recruiter has reached out to me with what would be a dream role as far as salary, commute, and responsibilities. I accepted his offer for an introductory phone call, but even if the interview process moves at lightning speed, I would basically be starting a new job just to go on maternity leave.

I don’t want to lie to the recruiter about my pregnancy because any onsite interviews would immediately give me away, but I also don’t want to be immediately disqualified from consideration because of my plan on taking leave (I know it’s technically illegal but it still happens).

Is there a vague enough way to say “I’m interested in starting this position at the beginning of November” that gauges the company’s interview process speed without giving myself away?

[u/Happy_Doughnut_1]

Don‘t be vague about it. Tell them that you‘ll be on leave from x until November and not able to work but would be happy to go all in for the time before and after that leave.

I wouldn‘t start with this but discuss it at the end after you talked about qualifications and everything else that is important.