Finding a job following dismissal for gross misconduct

Shazza122

Hi,

Newbie here.

Just last week, following a three week investigation I was dismissed for gross misconduct. I did something really silly (without realising it was against company rules) and after a successful four year career with my employer, including two promotions I have lost my job :(

Life has been very hard since this all started and I've not been in a very good place. However I need to find work and I am aware GM on my record is not exactly going to be a selling point but I would really like some advice on how to approach applications/interviews etc.

Shazza

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AP007

Firstly what was it that got you fired?

monty-doggy

Do you need a reference from this employer or do you have someone else?

I was dismissed from my job for gm last year and I was devastated. I did a temp job before Xmas which meant I then had a reference from my latest employer.

As ap says, to get proper advice, give some indication of what you did?

Shazza122

I let my OH use my business charge card for a personal purchase.

I'm responsible for the payment of card so ex employer had no financial responsibilities but it was against company policy...yes I should have read T&Cs closer I know....believe me nobody could beat me up over this any more than I have done to myself already!!!

Shazza122

Oh and employer has stated they only give a standard reference i.e position, employment dates etc. unless position applied for is considered high risk.

AP007

Shazza122 wrote: »

Oh and employer has stated they only give a standard reference i.e position, employment dates etc. unless position applied for is considered high risk.

Most will state reason for leaving or expect to be asked.

I think any sacking for GM is bad. How long have you been there and what are you going to tell new employers at interviews?

Shazza122

I was there for 4 years and promoted twice.

I was going to be honest...I've got 2 interviews next week.

AP007

Shazza122 wrote: »

I was there for 4 years and promoted twice.

I was going to be honest...I've got 2 interviews next week.

How did you get the interviews without putting a reason for leaving on your CV/application?

Do you think telling them you have been sacked for GM will go down well?

Shazza122

Because it didn't ask re my reason for leaving!

I have no idea hence me asking for advice from anyone who may have been through a similar experience....

AP007

Shazza122 wrote: »

Because it didn't ask re my reason for leaving!

I have no idea hence me asking for advice from anyone who may have been through a similar experience....

I would have probably told them in advance if that's what you are going to do when you get to the interview.

I wouldn't hire someone who had been fired for GM sorry.

Shazza122

Thanks for your help...made me feel so much better!!