What would you do?

[OvenMitts]

Hi all, I hope that you don't mind me posting as I'm not a mum, but I just can't seem to make my mind up about this one.
I sadly had to leave my job last month as I couldn't cope with being screamed and shouted at any more on a daily basis. It's really affected my confidence.
Anyway I've been fortunate enough to have been given two very different job offers and I literally can't decide.
One is a 2 hour round trip, for a big company with excellent prospects that pays £55k. But a long commute to do everyday.
The other is only a 30 minute round trip but for a tiny local company and paying £35k.
I can afford the mortgage on both and know that I'm so incredibly lucky to have two offers on the table.
Which would you choose? Thanks

[Alexaa]

By two hours do you mean including there and back? Sorry, I'm a bit stupid! IF so, definitely. That's and extra £20k which makes a difference, especially in the long run. If it's two hours for one way- there's no point. You'd be up early and you'd spend loads on fuel or travel costs daily. Does the smaller company have potential- if so you could earn more as the company expands. The only person who can really decide is you!

Good luck.

[MrsMargoLeadbetter]

I agree with Alexa if it is 2 hours commuting a day, then I'd suggest that is average. However 4 hours is more difficult.

Where are you in your life stage? Could you move to nearer the higher paid role if works? Are you hoping/planning for kids soon? 4 hours commute pregnant isn't ideal if you suffer during your pregnancy etc.

Which one are you more excited about?

[OvenMitts]

Sorry both, it's one hour each way. We are planning on having children but not for a couple of years. Think I'm going to go for the money!!!

[CurlyWurlyCake]

An hour each way is nothing really and that's a lot of extra money...

[TengoSueno]

The higher paid job with the longer commute. Use the time to read.

[PiggyBeekman]

Higher paid, longer commute. If the commute becomes unbearable (although an hour is fine really, and it's only an extra hour a day in total than the other one) then you'll be in a lot stronger position when looking for your next job as you will be at a higher salary level to start bargaining with.

Also, there'll be more chance to progress in the one with a further commute if it's a large company.