Notice periods

[thinpigeon]

Hi all,

In my current position I have a notice period of three months. However, I have been offered a new job that would like me to start as soon as possible (although they are aware of my current contractual obligations). I am lucky enough to be in an industry that has not been adversely affected by covid (if anything we are busier than ever!) so my current company are unlikely to be looking to reduce staffing.

Is there anything that I can do/say to make it more likely that they will agree to a shorter notice period of 1-2 months?

TIA!

All you can do is ask!

No there is nothing in particular you need to do, other than talk to your manager.

All you can do is negotiate and see if they will let you go sooner. How is your relationship with your manager?

The relationship is generally fine but I think my decision to leave will be a bit unexpected and potentially difficult to recruit a replacement with the current situation. I think they might be unwilling, but three months is a long time!

Worth just having a chat and seeing how the land lies.