I've been offered a new job

[AndyR]

I work as a civil engineer in a company with 27 years service, part of my job was in a research and development project which was sold to another company. They are now seeking my services at a reasonable £50K ($88K) pa this is 10% more than my current salary and benefits and I must admit I am tempted, however my length of service and knowledge of my current employment is saying hold back.

In the current economic climate, what would you do? chase the money or sit tight, I enjoy my current work. I have 9 years to retirement.

andyr

 

[deet]

The grass is not always greener on the other side. IMO stay where you are!

 

[Shane]

I agree with deet, if you like your job then keep it! If not, then that is a very healthy salary.

 

[KingDon]

It's nice to be wanted, bring a copy of their offer to your next evaluation.

 

[Chef Patrick]

As long as your job is secure I would say stick it out where you are now.

 

[weblord]

it's not all about the money after all you said that you enjoy your current work. and that's all that matters. enjoyment and contentment.

 

[dgridley]

Stick with what you like.. money isn't everything!

 

[shockie]

at this point i think it depends on where you're happy. 10% gets sliced in half after income taxes, and staying longer at your current employment probably gives you better benefits once you retire. besides, they might get you a cake on your 30th year anniversary.

 

[Michelle]

As you are happy I agree, stay :tu:

Money really is not everything. Security, the fact you are happy and the knowledge you have make up for the little extra (after tax :p) you would get..