I was recruited by the store manager while I worked for a clothing store. She loved my customer service while she was shopping in that store. She asked me to come and interview for an elevated management role at her store. I interviewed and filled out an application the following week. I was called back the next day with an offer.

I was invited for the Manager role but now after final round they are offering a lower-level position instead of the expected compensation. Ask them why they changed their stance after the final round. They said they don't have budget. Is this is Ok candidate expend 20K in travelling from other city and HR changed their words after that