Do I have to inform work of a second job?

JackeeBoy · 13 January 2019 at 1:56PM

Hi all

I currently work in the insurance industry in a manager role. Recently applied for a weekend customer service role at another financial institution (not insurance). Assuming I get the role, do I have to inform my current company? Also, during the interview stage, what can I say about my current job situation? I have no problem telling them I am looking to make some extra money over the weekend but don't want them asking for references as I work for a small company as this will quickly get about.

Thanks for your help.

Update - Thanks all. I have checked my contract and is states that I can't take up employment with anyone else unless I get this agreed in writing.

DCFC79 · 13 January 2019 at 1:59PM

JackeeBoy wrote: »

Hi all

I currently work in the insurance industry in a manager role. Recently applied for a weekend customer service role at another financial institution (not insurance). Assuming I get the role, do I have to inform my current company? Also, during the interview stage, what can I say about my current job situation? I have no problem telling them I am looking to make some extra money over the weekend but don't want them asking for references as I work for a small company as this will quickly get about.

Thanks for your help.

What does your contract say ?

theoretica · 13 January 2019 at 2:03PM

most jobs require you to tell them about other work. The working time directives about number of hours worked don't make exceptions for different employers, so they have a legitimate interest in what hours you work for other people: https://www.employmentsolicitor.com/working-time-regulations-happens-employees-multiple-jobs/

TELLIT01 · 13 January 2019 at 2:18PM

It's pretty common for your contract of employment with the main employer to state that you have to inform them if you intend to take up a 2nd job. They also have the right to refuse you permission. You need to check your contract to see if that is the case with your employer.
I don't understand why you are concerned about your employer knowing about a 2nd job, but that is not relevant to the question raised. I suspect others may be along soon just asking that exact question. :-)

getmore4less · 13 January 2019 at 3:22PM

Breach of trust is a big risk for any multiple job situation.

Both should be aware to avoid any risks of conflict of interest.

Availabilty being one of them.

nicechap · 13 January 2019 at 3:25PM

JackeeBoy wrote: »

Hi all

I currently work in the insurance industry in a manager role. Recently applied for a weekend customer service role at another financial institution (not insurance). Assuming I get the role, do I have to inform my current company? Also, during the interview stage, what can I say about my current job situation? I have no problem telling them I am looking to make some extra money over the weekend but don't want them asking for references as I work for a small company as this will quickly get about.

Thanks for your help.

As a manager, what would you think of your staff if you found they had a second job in the same industry and not asked for permission or told you?

As others have said, its likely to be a contractual condition to get permission but, depending on the exact circumstances, you leave yourself open to disciplinary action even if it doesn't.

Gavin83 · 13 January 2019 at 3:39PM

JackeeBoy wrote: »

I have no problem telling them I am looking to make some extra money over the weekend but don't want them asking for references as I work for a small company as this will quickly get about.

It's extremely likely they'll want references from your current employer. If you tell them you don't want them seeking references it's unlikely you'll get the job, they'll be suspicious and rightly so.

As others have said your contract at your main employer will almost certainly state you've to mention any alternative employment. It's possible they'll refuse you permission, you'll need to decide what's more important then.

ohreally · 13 January 2019 at 3:53PM

You are v. likely to require prior consent before undertaking additional employment and you may (will) have to sign a working time opt-out.

mklister · 13 January 2019 at 5:11PM

I think most of the employers I've had have stated in my contract that I can only work for them, and therefore can't take additional employment.

I would check what your contract states first.

JackeeBoy · 13 January 2019 at 5:22PM

Thanks all. I have checked my contract and is states that I can't take up employment with anyone else unless I get this agreed in writing. The second job will be ideal as it's working from home on the weekends, but I can see my boss raising an eye brow over it, especially as he will be thinking it may affect my performance.

I'm fortunate to be in the position I am in but the past two years have been tough and I just want to catch a lucky break.

TELLIT01 · 13 January 2019 at 6:24PM

All you can do is ask. You expect them to refuse but you won't know until you ask. They may agree to a trial period if you put that forward from the outset.

Do I have to inform work of a second job?

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