Public sector to private sector. Would you?

[gaelicsheep]

I have an interview for my dream job - hooray! But I have nagging doubts in my mind - the same ones that have kept me in the public sector dealing with crappy politics, lack of progression and generally being taken advantage of for years. Because it's still more secure than the private sector isn't it? And then there's the pension to consider - while not gold plated is certainly a better deal than I could get in a private pension scheme for anything like similar contributions.

But then there's the promise of occasional pay rises, maybe a bonus, overtime pay etc. And no more fawning to jumped up councillors, dealing with useless government agencies, maybe I would actually get to do the job I enjoy doing with appropriate resources and support.

So, if you were me would you jump ship given the chance?

PS It's a very small sector. Once I jump there may be no chance to go back for some time.

build up the right skills to leave (the public sector)

Also, I think it depends on what you are doing in the public/private sector and where in the country, some councils are very forward thinking and some are notoriously not, and some have clunky grinding departments whose incentive to work hard inceases whenever a reorganisation is mentioned!

Mine's the latter

Well everyone, thanks for all the advice. I've accepted the job and I'm feeling pretty good about everything. I think (I hope!) it's the right decision.

Congratulations gaelicsheep, wishing you all the best with it!

Congratulations and good luck!

Congratulations. I bet you feel better now you've made the decision.

Good luck! If you are feeling good you probably made the right decision!

Thanks everyone. Definitely feeling more relaxed (if that's possible while being stressed beyond comprehension!) and looking forward to new challenges.