Are you often thinking of changing job? Why are you thinking about it if you have a permanent contract? However, the fundamental issue to consider concerns the key moment to leave your job. What is the best time to leave your job?
WHY DO YOU WANT TO LEAVE YOUR JOB?
First, if you are considering a job or company change it is because you have one or several reasons.
- Often it is because you are not making progress internally. In the last few years, people are rather ambitious, that is why they do not hesitate to change company if they are not granted responsibilities.
- The second most frequent reason is the salary. If you think that you have achieved your goals, this means that you expect recognition in terms of increased salary but unfortunately your employer does not agree with you and you will not get what you thought. It is a source of frustration and a reason for leaving the job.
- The third reason could be your contract flexibility. If you are currently working full-time, but for personal reasons you are looking for part-time position you could be attracted by a company providing this kind of possibilities.
WHAT IS THE BEST TIME TO LEAVE YOUR JOB?
- The first advice that I can give is: does not terminate your contract during the trial period. Afterwards, you have enough hindsight and you will be more convincing in front of a Human Resources Officer or a Recruiter. This means that you have tried it even if you were unhappy; therefore, you are brave and persistent.
- Generally in December and January there is an annual review in any company that may be included among the causes to look for a new opportunity due to a frustration and/or a disappointment. To avoid missing an opportunity, wait until after the review.
- The holiday months are much quieter. It is much better to apply after the holidays because before going to holidays, people are not thinking about a new challenge. They obviously prefer to take the work out of their mind. Since I started working in the recruitment field, I notice that on each year I see the same case. Of course, sometimes it depends on the market, the financial situation and the needs of the companies, but it is more or less this situation.
- I can give you another advice: be patient when you are Junior. You may be ambitious and you want to evolve and to be Senior. However, the best time to be promoted from Junior to Senior is about two years. You cannot be Senior after six months (or it depends on the company, but this does not happen very often).
Each professional path is unique and is dependent on external opportunities. Think about your expectations, your personal situation and to the best way to combine according to the context in which you are evolving.
If you are affected by this situation, and if you want to discuss the new opportunities, please contact me!
Jessica Demaret, Associate Consultant by Saro Recruitment