Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!
At the minute I haven't said anything to my current client but will be working to the 1 month notice as that was what was in my old contract and what would be in the new contract - it wasn't negotiable.
The new client was needing to confirm my notice period so that a start date for the new...
I know there's a big difference - that's my point. One leaves you vulnerable - you've got to find your next contract and then work your notice; while you're looking the client has found someone to replace you and gives you your notice before you're ready forcing you to pick the first contract...
They do know that there are changes to the terms that I'm very unhappy about, but seriously? Does anybody tell their incumbent client before going out looking for another contract - I've been doing this for 10 years and never heard of anyone telling their current client they are going to look...
Hi folks,
Thanks for your replies. I'll be telling my new client it's still 1 month then and it won't burn bridges with my current client either then too. As far as they were concerned the 1 month was never going be negotiable even if they'd pulled their fingers out and got the new contract...
Hi folks,
Several weeks ago my old contract expired and I've been continuing to work for my client while in negotiation regarding it's renewal. The client confirmed their intention to retain my services via email and to continue under the terms of my old contract until the new contract is is in...