Significant Changes to Job Description....Help please!

topmum44

Hi, I was wondering if anyone could help me get a better understanding of my position in terms of what my options are please.

I will start by providing a bit of background information. I have worked in the same role in Local Government in a large West Midlands Authority for over 10 years. During this time my role has evolved, but not changed dramatically i.e My job description is still current and relevant. I am the line manager of seven staff members (this is stated in my JD). I have now been told (not yet formally) that due to a restructure of my department, responsibilities are being taken away from me along with other work functions and re distributed amongst existing managers. These changes will be reflected in a re- written Job Description and job title.

The sting in the tail comes with significantly reduced pay due to said changes. My question is this; My employer will be undertaking this change in the near future, so what recourse, if any do I have? I would be very grateful for any constructive replies I am not a member of a Union so I am initially on my own. Sorry if this has been answered elsewhere & thanks for reading.

getmore4less

Looks like they are making your job redundant.

If the alternative job on offer is not a suitable alternative then you may be redundant.

Looks like two main reason it may not be suitable are status and pay.

have read up on suitable alternatives.

how you approach this will depend what outcome you want.

ohreally

There may be a possibility to acquire a degree of pay protection which could maintain your current earnings (I know individuals on life-long protection) even if your responsibilities are diminished.

You also need to be aware of any implications to your pension. Union could have been immensely useful in both circumstances.