I have been offered a contract with a 3 month notice period either way on an initial 6 month contract. Have not signed the contract yet; IR35 review stage. Even when I was a permie my maximum notice period was 1 month. I'd be more comfortable with 2, maximum 3, weeks. Any thoughts on pros/cons of such a long notice period?
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Do you believe that if they give you 3 months notice then they will give you work for 3 months? If so, it will give you some security.
Suppose you hate it though? Can you wait 3 months to get out? -
Originally posted by Milestone View PostI have been offered a contract with a 3 month notice period either way on an initial 6 month contract. Have not signed the contract yet; IR35 review stage. Even when I was a permie my maximum notice period was 1 month. I'd be more comfortable with 2, maximum 3, weeks. Any thoughts on pros/cons of such a long notice period?Comment
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Originally posted by BrilloPad View PostDo you believe that if they give you 3 months notice then they will give you work for 3 months? If so, it will give you some security.
Suppose you hate it though? Can you wait 3 months to get out?Comment
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Originally posted by Milestone View PostThat's the problem, not started the gig, don't know what people/environment are like, have good idea of scale/scope of project (I am a PM), and the project I am taking on is probably 2 years e-2-e. Just debating whether to insist on shorter notice period as 3 months is a long time.Comment
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Originally posted by BrilloPad View PostDo you believe that if they give you 3 months notice then they will give you work for 3 months? If so, it will give you some security.
Suppose you hate it though? Can you wait 3 months to get out?Comment
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Originally posted by northernladyuk View PostDo you have a substitution clause?Comment
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Originally posted by Milestone View PostYes, but I am getting the wording checked as it is substitution on their approval, which to me indicates not true substitution and an element of control.
A client could reasonably expect some proof your substitution is of a similar quality to you if they are still expected to pay the dollar.Comment
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Originally posted by Milestone View PostYes, but I am getting the wording checked as it is substitution on their approval, which to me indicates not true substitution and an element of control.Comment
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Am sure that 3 months is frowned upon from an IR35 perspective. Just too long.'CUK forum personality of 2011 - Winner - Yes really!!!!Comment
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