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To think exit interviews shouldn't be done by managers?

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Redwine3 · 20/12/2024 10:46

I resigned from my job last month. I've been with the company for 7 years and mostly happy but the last year has been tough. There's been lots of changes and a new manager who I've not clicked with, so to speak. I'd say he's the main reason why I'm leaving (won't go into details). I start my new job in January which is exciting, but I had my exit interview yesterday with my manager which I found a bit awkward. Couldn't really be truthful or give honest feedback. I'm sure it's just a tick box exercise anyway but frustrating nonetheless.

AIBU to think it should have been done by HR or another manager?

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saveforthat · 20/12/2024 11:01

They have always been done by HR anywhere I have worked.

applestewing · 20/12/2024 11:00

Why can’t you be honest about why you’re leaving?

but not clicking with someone isn’t really something constructive they can work on.
if you had specific examples of how things could of been handled and done better why not just say
you can always email if you wouldn’t prefer not to say in person

TheFlis · 20/12/2024 10:58

Mine gave usually been done by HR (when there is a proper HR dept) for this exact reason.

HelplessSoul · 20/12/2024 10:49

Meh.

You should have declined it. No one can force you to have one.

dreamer24 · 20/12/2024 10:49

I think they're usually done by managers unless you specifically request someone else, in my (NHS) experience.