Hi all, first time posting here 😅
I want to hear your thoughts as everyone close to me has pretty much said “Don’t worry about it” 😑
Firstly I appreciate how fortunate this situation is and I am by no means dismissive of the fact I am in a good position.
I am 32, earn £45k (plus annual bonus of around £3k minimum) have been with my current company for 5 years almost, I get to wfh full time, I have a pretty easy life, work can be very quiet for weeks and there’s not much to do. On occasion it’s busy and I work regular hours, other times (only a few times a year) it can be very very busy (working late / weekends). I have good benefits, and 6 months maternity at full pay. Our plan was to TTC in November this year (2023), as I have a final 2 year all clear on my Cervical Cancer.
Currently employer is likely to give me a raise end of this year based on my performance - probably up to £55k.
I have now been asked to move to a new company by an ex senior colleague. Salary is going to be increasing significantly - at least £70k plus bonus. With potential to rise up to £85k. The role is similar but work with be more consistent as opposed to my more periodic work, plus travel to office 1 day per week. Max. 2 times a week. Absolute no brainer to take the job however I am worried about potentially getting pregnant on probations (6 month) and also the fact we only get enhanced pay maternity after 1 year. I am waiting on confirmation on the maternity package but likely to be a few weeks (probably 2-12) at full pay then dropping down to 50% for a few months.
How would you approach this? Concerned I don’t want to put off TTC given my medical history. Also would be helpful to hear about anyone who has moved company/jobs during TTC and probation periods.
thanks !