Stuck Between Two Jobs: Should I Trust My Current Employer or Move to a New Opportunity?

Dear all,

This is the tough situation that I am facing these days. I have been working in a big-sized manufacturing company for the past year as an HR executive. When I joined, the manager said that I would handle 80% of the HR role and 20% of the secretarial role. I agreed, but after 2 months, it was vice versa. I have complained a lot, but all in vain. Every time they promise me that they will give me a hardcore HR profile, but all promises are fake. A week ago, I received a job offer from a mid-sized KPO as an HR executive with a very good profile. However, my current company is not accepting my resignation. They are saying that they will give me a good HR profile with a salary hike.

I am very confused about what I should do. Should I join the new company or continue with the same company? Dear seniors, please help me make the right decision.

Hi Nipuna,

If you are working in a big company, I suggest you continue working there as 99% of the time, the middle-sized company will never give you the correct roles and responsibilities. There are very high chances you will regret it, as I am facing now. See if the managers promised you and you have shown them that you can switch, they will take you seriously. I wonder what exactly you are doing; it seems you are looking for an HR generalist, but in a manufacturing company, there is a lot of paperwork. I would suggest not switching until and unless the company is as big as where you are working. A big company can give you career stability and growth.

Hi Nipuna,

I completely agree with my dear friend. At times, big brands do help us when we look out for a change, but that should not be a hasty decision.

If they are not accepting your resignation and promising to give you the hike and role, then tell them to provide this in writing, stating with the effective date. Having it in writing would help you.

I myself have suffered with this - big promises but not worth it. Honestly, I would suggest that if a new company is offering more than a 40% hike only then there is a point to shift; otherwise, you should stick to the previous one and ensure the written document.

Wishing you the best for your new/existing ventures.

Thanks,
Shweta Jaitly

Dear Shweta & Taton,

I agree with your point, but another confusion is that the company where I got the offer is a US-based KPO with an employee strength of 300, and right now I am working in a big heavy industrial product manufacturing company. Can you now suggest another thing that I am facing with this company is my senior manager whom I report is totally unsupportive. That is another reason for the change.

Another thing, Shweta, my company is promising me a hike and a new role, but they are not willing to provide it in writing. Now, can you help me in making a decision?

Nipuna,

I think if they didn't agree on giving the written confirmation, then in my opinion, you should move ahead as your senior also doesn't support you. It will be the right decision to move on, but yes, do consider your stability factor here.

Since how long have you been working with your existing company? If more than 1 year, then you can consider moving. Make sure that when you leave, you have a valid experience and relieving letter.

Hope this answers your dilemma.

Thanks,
Shweta Jaitly

Dear Nipuna,

In my opinion, you should focus on long-term goals. First of all, plan which profile gives you job satisfaction. If you are truly seeking a career in HR, then move forward with a core HR profile, which will benefit you in the long run. You will learn and, at the end of the day, you should at least have job satisfaction.

Hi,

I think you should go with the new opportunity (KPO) as this industry currently offers very good working opportunities. You have the full right to work or leave that company. In the manufacturing industry, you will encounter less challenging work compared to KPO (service industry). Be firm and make decisions as an HR professional without being emotional.

Hi,

Without giving a second thought to your decision, you should consider changing your job. If your boss is not supportive, it means you are wasting your time with a boss like him.

Secondly, only after your resignation do they offer you a salary hike and a new profile. This indicates the company is not good; they have short-term planning.

Hi Nipuna,

Since you mentioned you are working for a large corporation, I suggest asking your current company's HR department to provide you with a detailed Key Result Area (KRA) and the revised salary structure before rejecting the offer you currently have.

If you are content with the job profile and compensation, you may choose to stay with your current employer. However, if you find the offer in hand more appealing, you could consider accepting it. It's important for your current company's HR to understand your expectations regarding the job.

I hope this helps clarify your decision-making process. Let me know if you need further assistance.

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Hi Nipuna,

As suggested by my friends above, if your present company is ready to give you both an HR profile and a salary hike, then be there. However, ensure you have a written letter from management regarding your salary hike and changed profile. If they do not agree, then there is no reason to stay there. Whether it is a big or small company, if your profile is not in HR or you are learning less about HR, it is better to shift to another company where you can learn and grow more in HR with job satisfaction. Once you learn the HR generalist work, you can move to any company.

Thanks,
Mohit Gujral

I too have faced a similar situation. I personally think you should join a new company.

Regards,
Vikrant Bajaj

Hi Nipuna,

I believe you should consider changing your job as the current work environment may not be very conducive. On the other hand, KPOs are known for their modern style of working and better work culture. I wish you all the best for your new assignment.

Regards,
Akhouri Nishant

Hi Nipuna,

If you are not satisfied with your current job and believe that the offer you received from a new firm is better than what you have now, and if there is an opportunity for learning in the new job, then you can consider changing jobs.

Regards,

Vamsidhar R

Hi Nipuna,

I must say I see your comfort and satisfaction level. Even though you are currently working in a big company, you are not satisfied in terms of your role. You have already worked with them for 1 year and seen how they are keeping their promise. Sometimes, you should be ready to take risks and face the upcoming challenges. I would suggest you go ahead with your new offer only if the job profile and challenges are good and it's something that you like, no matter if it's a little smaller. Do research about your new company and the HR team with whom you will be working before making any decision. I too faced the same situation, and the suggestion is what I have experienced. Think big and move forward... All the best.

Nipun,

I believe that you have given the company a suitable time to act on your problems, and despite a lot of hue and cry, the organization didn't do anything. Now that you have resigned, they want to retain you. Having resigned, if you take it back, you will be seen as a person who has resigned to get a raise, which is not your intention. Thus, a clear option is that you should join the KPO.

Also, services have better compensation and are more structured than that of manufacturing.

Regards,
Kaif

Hi everyone,

I am Siddalingesh Totiger, currently pursuing an MBA in HR. I am in need of a list of organizations that recruit fresh MBA graduates and also a list of companies that conduct campus recruitment. It would be greatly appreciated if anyone could provide me with information regarding such organizations.

Thank you.

Hi Nipuna,

You need to consider 2 points: Your CV is already affected, in the sense it would carry one year of secretarial role in your career. Would you prefer your CV to mention 'more' than one year of Secretarial Role? In the fast advancing and changing HR industry, would you like to be left behind doing secretarial duties instead of gaining experience in HR practices? If you can find answers to these two questions, you can decide easily.

No employer would ever give any letters to employees promising roles at a future date. Especially in bigger companies, no HR move is undertaken which would set a precedent without a written policy. If you are given a proper role and hike immediately, consider it done. In such a case, it is worth considering staying back as your past one year secretarial role would be absorbed into the future HR role, and big companies do give stability to your career once you are in the mainstream.

Good luck, Jyothi

Dear all,

I have been working in an electrical manufacturing company for the last 11 years. In 1997, I joined as a receptionist, and after 8 months, they promoted me to the MD's PA. I worked in that role for three years. In 2001, the personnel officer resigned, and they assigned the personnel work to me. I managed all the tasks with guidance from senior colleagues. In July 2007, they hired an HR manager to oversee the personnel department. However, he only worked for 6 months and resigned in December 2008. From January 2008 until July 2008, I was in charge of the personnel department.

Now, they have appointed a new HR manager. For the past 10 years, I have been overseeing the entire personnel department, administration, and secretarial duties. However, they now want me to work solely as the MD's PA. They do not value my contributions and are paying higher salaries to HR managers. Our management does not adhere to HR policies. I have decided to resign and am awaiting a better opportunity. I would appreciate your suggestions.

With regards,

Renuka

Hi Renu,

It is common in smaller firms to utilize the services of employees in various roles as suitable to the management. They had utilized your services temporarily in HR whenever needed, as you gained working knowledge but eventually filled up the vacancy with a qualified HR professional.

It seems you do not have a specific career plan as you have been accepting whichever role the company has been giving you. Though you might not have had a plan while joining as a receptionist, since you have gained some experience, you could now decide on which line of career to pursue.

If you are interested in pursuing a career in HR, you could look for opportunities in other companies in the HR field with the experience you have gained. However, working knowledge alone is not sufficient, and employers do look for supporting academic qualifications. It is advisable to supplement your experience with a Diploma or PG in HR, which would give you a better chance in good companies and also help you in your future promotions. Take up a one-year correspondence course and complete it while working.

If you are comfortable financially, take a break and complete your studies. Otherwise, it's better to continue working and studying.

All the best. The Cite HR team is always there to guide you. :-)

Jyothi K

Dear Nipuna,

I suggest you join the new company because the parent company may change their mindset at any time.

Regards,
T. Vignesh

Hi Nipuna,

The same is happening with me. I have joined as an HR & Admin executive in an engineering company in Kolkata. At the time of the interview, my boss told me there is HR work also. After one year, I was promoted as an Asst. MGR HR & Admin. But practically, there is nothing HR apart from off and on recruitment. What I'm dealing with are some documents only.

Now I am looking for an HR profile. I can't spoil my career with this employer. I'm looking for an employer who is sincere with commitment.

Regards,
Dinamani