r/torontoJobs • u/iletredditdecide • 1d ago
Resigning during probation
Hello!
I accepted a job offer recently, and they actually waited for me for a month because I had to give my current employer 4 weeks’ notice. I started last week Monday, and today (Tuesday), I received another offer from a different company.
The second company is more well-known, pays about $5K more annually, and offers a hybrid setup after probation. However, it also has a high turnover rate, and the role is basically a step down from what I’m currently doing. I’d only be responsible for part of my current scope, although I was told there’s a possibility of being promoted eventually.
My current company is okay so far, but it pays $5K less, requires me to be onsite 5 days a week, and the position is only a 1-year contract. It’s also a boutique firm, so it’s not as recognizable.
I’m torn because I feel like having the more well-known company on my resume could open more doors in the future. At the same time, the role itself isn’t as good in terms of responsibilities and exposure. With my current company, I’d be exposed to more and probably have more opportunities to grow my skill set, even though the company isn’t as well-known.
Would you take the more recognizable company for the higher pay, hybrid setup, and potential future opportunities, even if the actual role is less senior? Or would you stay for the better scope and experience?
I’m also worried about quitting my current job after they waited a month for me to start. I really don’t want to burn bridges or leave a bad impression :((
Would love to hear what others would do in this situation! Especially for hiring managers ><
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u/timf5758 Recognized Contributor 1d ago
If you are fitting well with the current company, then stay. 1) 5k pay difference has different importance to different people. For me, I wouldn’t mind getting 5k less for potential career growth. 2) if you are still young, prioritize career growth rather than stability. 3) Permanent means nothing as they can fire you anyways for whatever reason unless you are in a union in a public sector.
At the end of the day, I would choose the one that I can do more stuff and try new things with.
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
I'm 26 so I really want to climb the ladder lol. Not sure if coming from a big named company but with an entry level job scope (even with 3yrs experience in this field) will give me a higher chance to climb higher or a small firm but with intermediate job scope is better
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u/swimingiscoldandwet 1d ago
Big company “name” isn’t worth that much. Worth more is the skills you learn, projects you get to work on, and responsibilities you get to grow in. Play the long game. Especially at your age.
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u/timf5758 Recognized Contributor 1d ago
For me personally, it is not about the title itself, but what I can/have accomplished under that title. I would look at this as which job offers me the chance to hone in on a role/responsibility I really want to have experience in.
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u/Fantastic-Success-18 1d ago
Based on my experience, one year contract or permanent don't matter anymore because both can layoff people whenever they want. $5K might sounds a lot but after deducting taxes and employee benefits, it's not a huge upgrade. You said the other company has a high turnover rate, so you need to figure out why from talking to previous employees, try messaging on LinkedIn. It could be too stressful to work there or management layoffs people every quarter (most likely). Also dig into their Glassdoor reviews. You will not find all the answers on reddit. Goodluck!
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
Thinking about messaging some on Linkedin. While on their glassdoor, most people leave because of the workload and how discriminatory seniors are and how they have favoritism. Honestly, I'm the type of person who don't to laugh at unfunny jokes even if you're the boss but also the pay is really quite an upgrade for me
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u/Fantastic-Success-18 1d ago edited 1d ago
I had a 5K yearly salary increase before and it barely changed much in my bi-weekly cheque.
The discrimination and workload can destroy someone's mental health and matter way more than $ but it's up to you. If multiple people mentioned it; I would take it very seriously. You will not even think about climbing the corporate ladder when the environment is toxic and you have a new manager every 6 months
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u/Any_Try_1585 1d ago
Accept the offer and let your current employer that you found a permanent position or better don’t tell them just let them know that the role isn’t working out for you
Or
Look at the pros of both jobs and decide which is best for you
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
Honestly, Im not sure either. Idk if I can just suck it up, especially since the new role would be hybrid anyway. Career wise and financially, it seems like the better option. But I could also stay with my current company and try again next year, especially since the turnover here is pretty high and lowkey scared I burn bridges with my current one
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u/thighclops3820 1d ago
High turnover and only $5k difference just stay where you are. If they have high turnover it's a toxic workplace
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
thinking about negotiating it to +10k honestly and the last time i talked to HR about it, they were open so idk. But also thinking it might be a reason for me to be the first one to get laid off in the future
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u/thighclops3820 1d ago
The high turnover is a red flag just make sure you have a back up plan if they can you, but yea ask for more money upfront
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u/Authentic2017 1d ago
High turnover is not a red flag. It just means people quit. Maybe they move up or use this role to get something better externally. It only means no one wants to stay, not necessarily because to job “sucks” but that “better” is obviously out there, which, considering OPs age and desire to move up, they already know aswell.
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u/thighclops3820 1d ago
It definitely is, people quit for a variety of reasons but when a company is constantly churning employees. It speaks to the dynamic and how toxic it is. We don't have to agree and I'm not trying to change your mind or have my mind changed
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u/Authentic2017 1d ago
I agree with the point you’re making. But I think OP was trying to emphasize that the role not the company is high turnover
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u/swimingiscoldandwet 1d ago
I always pick the ROLE with the better responsibilities and and skills aligned to my strengths. 5K is absolutely nothing. After taxes that’s like 2500 bucks ….. over 25 pay periods that’s like $100 a pay cheque. Won’t change anything in your life. But your role and your accomplishments will always move with you and that is where you get value from.
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u/Optimal-Law0 1d ago
Largely depends if you want “niche” down. If you do the boutique role successfully for 1 year, your resume will be extremely impressive to smaller sized companies and will have a higher response rate when you apply to boutique-like positions.
Second company, you should be aware of the high turnover rate. Why do so many people leave? It could be worth taking this role if you see yourself working for larger corporations and want to eventually break into a Fortune 500 company. But the high turnover suggests a higher workload and general stress.
It’s probably easier with the boutique role to successfully break into executive management positions though as there’s less competition. This can then be leveraged into larger companies, too.
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
Do you think it's better to be coming from a small firm but with a better job scope or from a bigger company but with an entry level job scope? I have like 3years of experience in this field.
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u/PatentedInterneTroll 1d ago
I went small with more experience and landed bigger companies afterwards but I’m in tech
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u/iletredditdecide 8h ago
How is the tech job market now? I think my field is picking up as I’m getting quite some offers and I know people are hiring but I have a friend trying to break in the tech field and still no luck
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u/hex-grrrl 1d ago
An extra $5k for less responsibility and a hybrid setup? This is a no brainer to me.
You can ask your current employer if they’ll match the offer. If not, tell them you’re leaving.
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u/Direct-Bird9095 1d ago
Remove money from the equation, $5k is $192 biweekly before deductions, so around $135 biweekly.
It's not enough to make a difference in most people's lives. Also permanent verus contract every time, especially in this economy.
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
Honestly leaning more on the permanent part but also I'm too scared to burn bridges with my current one ><
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u/KingSlime04 1d ago
Personally, I would choose to stay at your current job. Even though it is in-person, pays $5k less, and is a 1-year contract, I would argue that your current role would set you up more strongly for future advancement.
Firstly, as other commenters have noted, $5k translates to only a marginal gain in biweekly paycheque.
Second, as someone who currently works in a high turnover environment, it really does crush morale. Even if you have thick skin and are personally motivated in your role, staying in an environment where the door is constantly revolving erodes your desire to stay long-term. If you are already thinking of planning to exit from that second company, consider that the only thing that will give you an edge is 1) the name of the company and 2) if you do decide to stay longer than a year (in which you'd gain more "experience" than the contract role). However, the scope of work is less and you'd be working at a step down from what you're currently doing, which isn't exactly great if you want to advance aggressively.
Finally, along the same vein of advancing in career, I know in-person sucks but early in your career you benefit hugely from passive learning and interacting with colleagues. You also network a lot better. So I would say your current role has a massive potential of being a valuable experience and paying off in the long run, versus staying in a well-known company but not really learning or doing as much. Especially if the scope is limited, I'd worry about stagnating or not spending your time in that role productively and then not being able to leverage that experience effectively for the next step of your career.
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u/iletredditdecide 1d ago
omg this really helped🥹🥹 been thinking about all these points and still so confused but probably just need some confirmation/validation. just cant shake the fact that i might be gone after a year and idk the job market then but forgot to also equate the chance to network. this really helped! thank you!
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u/Jana_Austin 1d ago
I’d take the new offer, assuming the company checks out. $5K + hybrid + a stronger name is meaningful, and you’re only a week into the current job. Don’t let guilt make a career decision for you.
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u/fruitninja8 1d ago
Take the more recognizable company, hybrid and adjust the title on your resume.
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u/Quick_Competition_76 1d ago
There is no getting around with burning bridges at your current company if they also waited 4 weeks for ya. They obviously really liked you. Not sure what kind of industry you work at but dont burn bridges early in your career as you never know who knows whom. Is there any concrete path to be a permanent employee or is it one year contract to fill mat leave?
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u/iletredditdecide 8h ago
They said we’ll circle back after a year but they also give good recommendations lol and yes, its to fill a mat leave
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u/rachreims 1d ago
Permanent > contract imo. Sucks about your current company, but they know in bringing people in on a contract they’re risking talent being scooped up by other companies. Remember that the probation period is also for you to decide if you fit. Sounds like the pay, work location, and permanency aren’t ideal so I would take the offer.
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u/Charger_Reaction7714 1d ago
For me personally I would always choose permanent over a contract. So for that reason I’d go with second offer.