Not offered a pay rise

JReacher1

Take the new job. You're just nervous as it sounds like this may be your first main job and you are worried about going somewhere else.

Fear of the unknown is always a hurdle you need to overcome eventually.

I have a colleague who had done this numerous times. First main job (graduate position) and every couple of years he hands his notice in. I just ignore it these days as he retracts after a couple of days. Some people can't cope with making the leap!

You gave your company a chance to keep you by saying what terms you wanted. They have turned this down so now it's time to look after yourself and take the new job!

Good luck!

System

I personally would follow through if I had made it known that I had been looking for a job. You have left yourself open to questions on your commitment by playing your hand particularly given the fact you didn't get what you asked for.

getmore4less

w00519772 wrote: »

(apparently I am very valued and they do not want me to leave). The director is very assertive and I am told that he does not like to spend money on pay rises. His bonus is linked to how the department performs so he wants to minimise costs. That is his problem not mine. Everyone has problems.

I am a specialist and there would be a lot of knowledge lost if I left. I know that no-one is indespensible, but I think I am as close to indespensible as I could be. Also the director does not really understand what I do on a day to day basis. I can see that my line manager is concerned about this.

10% to leave is not a lot, what's the job worth?

As above what else can they offer to make the current position acceptable.
Training, more time off, work from home.......

One issue you have is the middle management don't have the influence/skills needed to make a case if the job really is worth more and you are valued.

How do you get covered for holiday and sick?

Running_Horse

w00519772 wrote: »

I have not handed in my notice so I have not lost yet.

I was once in this position and was told there was no money available. After handing in my notice they suddenly found the money (but I decided to go anyway, having had my hand forced). When you are young it is expected you will shift jobs a few times until you find a longer term situation.

Acc72

Do you mind me asking how old you are, how long you have been with your current company, and how many full-time "proper" jobs you have had in your working life ?

Running_Horse

I would add definitely don't hand in your notice unless you are willing to go.