Turning down internal job

[chriz1]

I was successful in getting an internal job last week, more suited to me but harder.

I accepted the position and have been giving a provisional start date. Hiring manager is sending off internal mover forms now.

However, I've been thinking and thinking and have decided maybe I shouldn't go for the position after all. My current role is easier and more laid back.

Am i within my rights to turn the job down ?

The Usual protocol like anywhere is to sign and date a contract which I havent done or received yet..

Edited by chriz1 on Wednesday 7th October 19:54

[xx99xx]

My personal experience of internal moves over the last 20+ years have not involved contracts or anything to formally sign. Usually a verbal acceptance and it's done. The move is processed through HR systems to move you to new team, manager and salary where applicable.

I suspect it would be easy enough to move you back but it would damage your future prospects internally if you do this without good reason i.e. a better reason than it being harder work.

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chriz1 said:

I was successful in getting an internal job last week, more suited to me but harder.

I accepted the position and have been giving a provisional start date. Hiring manager is sending off internal mover forms now.

However, I've been thinking and thinking and have decided maybe I shouldn't go for the position after all. My current role is easier and more laid back.

Am i within my rights to turn the job down ?

The Usual protocol like anywhere is to sign and date a contract which I havent done or received yet..

Edited by chriz1 on Wednesday 7th October 19:54

Unfortunately promotions usually mean a harder role (why would anybody pay you more for easier work? )

The question is - does the extra money make it worthwhile? Even if, in the short term it doesn't, will it put you in a better place for potential future roles?

There must have been something about the role which made you apply in the first place?

[chriz1]

It was exactly that better career prospects and better chances of promotion in future. That and the type of role is more suited tbh.