Sideways move question

[monty3000]

Hi,

I'm currently at a major UK IB and am coming to the end of my contract. I've been offered another role in the same organisation which will start when this one rolls off. Have just been informaed that my current contract will be extended also.

As yet there has been no communication between my potential hiring manager and my current line manager as I wanted to think this over. Have a feeling there could be a potential sh1t storm over this due to the perceived poaching.

Anyone had similar experiences and/or have any advice?

Cheers

[PropertyCrashUK]

Hi,

Have a feeling there could be a potential sh1t storm over this due to the perceived poaching.

Anyone had similar experiences and/or have any advice?

Cheers

You think?

Ask yourself whether you are a pawn in their power games? If so, which of them has a career which is more in the ascendacy?

If you wish to be mercenary you attach your coat-tails to the guy who is going to be there longer and in a position of authority.

Sounds like you need to ask around and find out which one is more favoured by the bosses?

[AnthonyQuinn]

You think?

Sounds like you need to ask around and find out which one is more favoured by the bosses?

This is a permie problem. Not an issue for contractors. Negotiate a moderate rate increase (leaving comfortable position, will have to work harder initially etc etc) and move if your existing client manager agrees. If he doesn't, ask him to match the rate. Unless you fear that the client will act unreasonably (and they might) it raises your profile with the client.

If the new manager refuses rate increase then dump him and stick to your existing role.

[nomadd]

This is a permie problem.

This^

As long as the agency and the client HR Dept. are OK with it, then it's tough-titty for your current manager. Mind you, I'd be looking to part on good company with him/her. Still, if he/she kick up a storm, simply inform them you are a business, not a permie.