New job - Will this affect me getting a new mortgage?

Good morning all, 
I am hoping I can get a little advice here. I have been with my employer for around 16 years, but have the opportunity to get a new job elsewhere for more money. I am currently looking to move house and will need to apply for a new mortgage when I do so. How will moving to a new company effect getting a mortgage, as I know lenders look at the stability / length of time with your employer. If I change jobs, and have only been in the role for a couple of months will this have an impact. I am thinking of not taking up this great opportunity (which is amazing)  in order to make sure I get my mortgage. Would lenders look at previous length of service favourably. I have no big debts, excellent credits score. Thank you, I hope someone can help with this question!

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  • amnblog
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    jojo497 said:
    I am thinking of not taking up this great opportunity (which is amazing)  in order to make sure I get my mortgage. 
    Well stop that! Never make career decision based on likelihood of getting a mortgage.

    This situation is something that just needs to be managed in the right way using the right lender depending on the timing.

    Some Lenders will work from a job offer, some from the new role start date, some from the first payslip, some after any probationary period.

    Speak to a good Independent Mortgage Broker
    I am a Mortgage Broker

    You should note that this site doesn't check my status as a Mortgage Broker, so you need to take my word for it. This signature is here as I follow MSE's Mortgage Adviser Code of Conduct. Any posts on here are for information and discussion purposes only and shouldn't be seen as financial advice.
  • BarelySentientAI
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    Take the great opportunity.

    Moving job and moving house often happen at the same time.  Lenders and brokers understand this.
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