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To look for a new job or stick with current one?

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GreenEngland · 23/03/2025 14:29

I am hoping to retire in 5 years when I am 57; either fully retire or work a couple of days per week.

I have been working for a very large organisation for less than 5 years and thought I would stay there until retirement; perhaps push for promotion; however things have changed in my team and I am not sure promotion is an option anymore. I don’t feel 100 percent happy anymore.

I also work with very young ambitious people; majority who are very nice. A very professional environment; client facing role which at times causes me stress. Very corporate organisation. I have some good perks.

I keep looking at jobs, but concern about starting a new job and all that entitles. I also keep looking at pension bee calculator. I can’t make my mind up. Should I stay or should I go?

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GOODCAT · 23/03/2025 15:08

Does it impact your saving to retire? I.e. would you be paid a lot more or less or would you be swapping for more or less security? If it doesn't, just go for what makes you happy.

GreenEngland · 23/03/2025 18:32

Thanks at the moment my company pays about 9 percent pension, as I am contributing 36 percent. Neglected my pension for a long. do trying to increase now. The other perk I like is being able to buy 2 weeks annual leave.

I would be looking at better salary though

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Aneatsidestep · 28/05/2025 08:26

How old are your children and do they intend to go to uni?

PrimalLass · 28/05/2025 08:28

If you can make one more move into a better salary then go for it.

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