Got the job but dont want it

65bl

Done two interviews and have been offered the job. The salary offered is equal to what i have now. The commute is roughly double.

My current job reasonably well paid but is pretty stressful however i think i have it under control and am in a sort of comfort zone. i think i do a competent job but becaus eof the structure of the company i am unlikely to rise higher or fall lower.
The new job offered could be considered a step lower but if it stands up ( as per the spiel at the interview) then it could have a lot of potential. However i am disappointed at not increasing salary particularily in light of the increased commute.

Any thoughts

TJJP

65bl wrote: »

Done two interviews and have been offered the job. The salary offered is equal to what i have now. The commute is roughly double.

Tough call.. The extra commute is hardly worth it if you are in Dublin....

I know what you mean about comfort zone too though, sometimes the new job can be a challenge and thats good, but if its too far from what you know that can be a stress.

If you think the long term prospects are better its well worth considering, but if they offered you the job you must be capable and that suggests other employers would consider you worth a hire too. Perhaps if you wait a bit something even better will come along.

You didn't mention contract, or job security. If the economy does slow, could you end up in a last in first out situation... if so are you better off staying where you are?

I was in a similar job offer situation recently, I stayed where I was, but I let my employer know about the offer I had. I wasn't/didn't look for more cash but I did explain that a future, better opportunity and prospects were important to me. I ended up with a small raise and more importantly a feeling that I was appreciated and that was useful to me.

Of course playing employers off against each other isn't always wise, but softly softly can work. Its not so much that you go, but its loyalty that you stay...

Also, hills are always greener...

Hope this helps a bit.

badbrian

I would be inclined to stay where you are, and keep looking. If the second company are really keen and hear your reasons for not wanting to move they might increase their offer to a point that you couldn't refuse it.
A long commute should never be disregarded lightly, particularly if you have to stay for the medium to long term to move up in the organisation.
And of course any prospective new employer is likely to talk up the job prospects. All that glitters...

Only my thoughts.

jimmycrackcorm

Don't forget that anyone recruiting will use the possibility of advancement as a sales pitch. You may find that the reality doesn't fit what you've been sold. If it was me I wouldn't move for the same money but wait for a better opportunity with more immediate results.

Saint_Mel

Dont take a new job just for the sake of it. I have done this before while
I was out of work. I took the 1st job offer I got as ididnt want to be
unemployed and ended up to be a bit of a disaster that I left again shortly after.

Take your time to consider everything and then the answer should become clear to you as what is the best option.

Dia dhuit

I am in a very similar position at the moment.
I live in Firhouse and work near Park West(Naas Road).
The commute is fine but the job is limited for career prospects.

I have a 2nd interview this week for a place in the city centre. Same salary but better benefits and opportunities for progression.

With no luas and a slow bus service the commute to town is a concern.
Any thoughts would be appreciated

the_syco

OP: I'd stay put. The promise of possible promotion is nice, but as they're only willing to pay the same, it sounds dodge, esp with the commute being double.

Look into the new job, and see can it go higher.

Eoin

What's your current commute? If it's going from 30 mins to an hour, then it may not be a big deal, but if it's 2 hours instead of 1 hour, it may be a pain. In my experience, the largest pay increases are when you change jobs - if you're going to be on the same, and with an extra commute then I'd have second thoughts.

I would take what was said in the interview with a pinch of salt - remember that the hiring company are usually out to sell themselves to you as much as you are selling yourself to them. Did they mention any sort of defined career progression in the new place, or was it a bit more vague?

If you do decide to stay, be careful how you play it with your company. If you do decide to mention that you have an offer, it may work out in your favour, but they may also consider you a short term prospect if they know you're on the market.

65bl

Thanks for all the feedback. Having weighed it all up i've decided not to take the job. I figure i should be moving on to better myself and this is not it.

Thanks again