Not sure what to do

[SarahJop22]

Okay, so I work in a job I love. Lovely colleagues and interesting work.

I knew I was underpaid for what I do but I fell into the role through a promotion and at the time I was happy to make the progression (with a token £2000 pay rise). The promotion involved a lot of studying for a qualification that I did in my own time. Work paid for the course.

So, five years in to the current role, I decided to start looking at what else was out there. I then realised exactly how much I was being underpaid (in the region of £5-10K less than typical for similar roles).

I applied for another post on almost £8000 more than I am on now. I asked my boss permission for a reference and he agreed.

I have an interview next week. My boss has now asked if there is anything he can do to get me to reconsider.

Should I ask for a rise? If so, should I do this before the interview (bearing in mind I might not get the job).

What's the best way of going about this? I've never been in this situation before.

Thanks

Will he find the money to replace you and pay agent over and above???

Good luck!

Didn't get the job :(

The interview went well though and I reckon I was in the running.

Yes Grumpy, his response was ambiguous. So much so, I smell bullshit. I doubt he will be giving it 'serious thought' now that he doesn't need to :/

I do like working for him most of the time, he's a decent boss (apart from the pay issue!!)

I will keep looking. Onward and upwards. At least I know I can get interviews and will keep applying for similar roles.

Enjoying a beer now that the stress of the interview is over.

Thanks all x