What to do - Help !

[namechange]

Hi Everyone - Unsurprisingly this is a covert account to protect the innocent

Just over a year ago I started a new role in a different company after a decade in my previous one. It's going well, I'm happy, etc. No thoughts of moving.

About a week ago I was contacted by a recruiter saying I was a perfect fit for a unique role. I know this is the usual spiel, but something attracted my attention, so I asked for further details.

I got in touch, and the role was actually unique. Really genuinely amazing - I'm not going to post details - but suffice to say, its what my career thus far has been leading to, and its for an incredible company that would offer me a superb set of opportunities and a great future.

I chucked my CV in - no tweaking, just as it was - and ended up being the only CV that got through the sift. I believe 3 other candidates got to initial interview from other recruitment agencies.

I met the CTO last week and one of his other directors and I felt it went well. Lots of positive messages, but over analysing I think I put the emphasis on my questions in the wrong space, I digress.

I always go into these things promising myself I won't fall in love with the role, but after speaking with them I'm hugely excited. I'll do that dangerous thing of saying that I think they liked me and would be keen to work with me. I should get a call today to advise if I cut the mustard.

My problem is - I have this terrible "quality" that I hate letting people down.

My current employer isn't going to be skipping around the playground if I am successful, but on a personal level I hope those around me can understand my reasoning for going if I am successful.

And this is why I've posted the thread. I am not stupid, no one is indispensable, but my current employer seems to be delighted with me and my performance, and the 20 odd guys I manage seem to love the fact they have a real manager who fights their corner and is turning things round.

I guess I am just wondering how others have coped in similar situations. I absolutely do not want to burn bridges - I'd actually recommend my new company considers my current one for service provision should I be successful - but I just wonder how best to handle things.

Suggestions?

[RobinOakapple]

namechange said:

Suggestions?

Yes, put a title on your thread.

[mike9009]

Business is business...

I would imagine your current company would have no qualms to make you redundant should the need to downsize arise.... (okay there maybe some remorse with certain managers). But if the business 'needed' to cut costs it can become 'heartless'.

The only thing to bear in mind, is how this might look on your CV is years to come? (although I know frequent job changing is not necessarily frowned upon in some industries)

If this opportunity is that good and ideal, I would say you would be a fool to turn it down. I would imagine if you 'pass' on this offer you may live to regret it in the future. As long as you leave your current firm amicably, there is no reason to burn bridges......

Mike

[Bullett]

It's just business. They would drop you in a heartbeat if they needed to.

No need to shaft anyone, I left a business I was well thought of in and one of the early joiners to such a degree I got a share when it was sold to a bigger concern. I still work with those guys.

[Jasandjules]

Sorry, what is the problem? If you get a much better job, you hand in your notice informing your current employer it was wonderful working for them and you wish them all the best but there is a job you simply can't turn down.

[namechange]

Thanks for all the replies - its always good to get some cold hard facts and views off people to reassure yourself.

Jasandjules said:

Sorry, what is the problem? If you get a much better job, you hand in your notice informing your current employer it was wonderful working for them and you wish them all the best but there is a job you simply can't turn down.

That is the intention, I simply don't want to provoke any unrequired upset as its a small world and you never know etc.

Will see how things go and keep the thread updated

[Vaud]

It's business.

Their loyalty to you extends to what is in your contract and little more.

Look after yourself, but equally no need to burn bridges on the way.

[rog007]

mike9009 said:

The only thing to bear in mind, is how this might look on your CV is years to come? (although I know frequent job changing is not necessarily frowned upon in some industries)

Not an issue. In 'years to come' it will be irrelevant anyway and in fact moving jobs every three years or so is actually required if you're ultra ambitious. Staying in a role too long will usually be a negative factor for those keen on reaching the top of their profession. Go for it; and good luck!

[Du1point8]

rog007 said:

mike9009 said:

The only thing to bear in mind, is how this might look on your CV is years to come? (although I know frequent job changing is not necessarily frowned upon in some industries)

Not an issue. In 'years to come' it will be irrelevant anyway and in fact moving jobs every three years or so is actually required if you're ultra ambitious. Staying in a role too long will usually be a negative factor for those keen on reaching the top of their profession. Go for it; and good luck!

That and the fact the OP has been at the current company 10 years, that aint a frequent job change, I was doing every 2 years as a contractor.

Now Im about to hit 2 years but Im a consultant with a company that pimps me out, so essentially contracting without the wage (its still very good for the industry) and with job security involved.

[Troubleatmill]

To the OP.

You work for namechange INC regardless of being self employed or working for something else.

Do - what you believe is right for you.

An employer can easily discard you with 4-12 weeks notice should the situation require it.

If you feel that it helps you grow as a person - do it.

Don't burn your bridges. You could easily be back there in 2 years on twice the money.