Torn Between Loyalty and Opportunity: How Should I Handle This Job Offer Dilemma?

Hi Seniors,

I'm in a big dilemma and thought I should seek advice from seniors. I'm currently working in a start-up software company which has around 8-9 employees. Although my designation is HR Generalist, I handle admin, accounting, and a few legal activities as well.

Yesterday, I was offered a position as an HR Generalist in one of India's biggest retail stores. The only catch is that they want me to join immediately as they need to replace the current HR person. They suggested that I take 5 days off from my current company to work with them and then serve a notice period of 15 days.

I am really confused. If I leave my current organization, my boss may not provide me with an experience letter. He tends to hold grudges against those who leave. However, if I stay, I will miss the opportunity to work with a well-known and reputable brand.

I would appreciate advice from seniors on this matter.

Regards,
KT

Dear Kalpana,

It is a very typical situation; as such, most people must have experienced such a scenario. Change is inevitable, as everyone knows. However, it is always beneficial to leave an organization on good terms. I understand it can be very challenging because once you have submitted your resignation, you may feel unimportant to them. Nevertheless, this is the only way.

You can always communicate your situation with the company you are planning to join. Exceptions are possible. We also allow employees with such issues to join in some exceptional cases.

"Hi Seniors,

I'm in a big dilemma and thought I should seek advice from seniors. I'm currently working in a start-up software company with around 8-9 employees. Though my designation is HR Generalist, I also handle admin, accounting, and some legal activities. Yesterday, I was offered a position as an HR Generalist in one of India's largest retail stores. The only catch is that they require me to join immediately to replace the current HR person. They asked if I could take 5 days off from my current job to work with them and then return to serve a notice period of 15 days.

I am really confused. If I leave my current organization, my boss may not provide me with an experience letter. He tends to hold grudges against anyone leaving the company. On the other hand, if I stay, I will miss the opportunity to work with a reputable and established brand.

Could the seniors please offer some advice?

Regards,
KT"

Dear Kalpana,

I also agree with Rajeev. Take the new opportunity, and without any delay, put your resignation letter to your current organization. Don't think that your boss is not giving you an experience letter. He'll just tell you to put your salary, and maybe argue. Just tell your boss that you are going there for career aspects. So, don't think too much. Just do it. All the best.

Thanks & Regards,
Dipali Lakhani

Hi, Kalpana!

This situation arises where there is no proper system or management. However, the right to change exists everywhere. You just need to clarify with the retail organization that I "might not be issued a work experience letter," and that should not pose a problem during the verification of employment or at the time of document submission with the retail organization's offer.

Talk to the HR person from that retail company. I'm sure he should be able to understand your position and not expect an experience letter or a good reference check. Go ahead and tell him clearly what the situation is. He can't be so dense not to understand. It's a good opportunity, so grab it anyhow!

Agree with Bhardwaj. Make it clear to your new employer that you won't receive an experience letter or clearance certificate from your current employer if you leave immediately. It is also possible that your current employer may withhold your current month's salary. You have to decide what to do.

Hi Kalpana,

One thing I understood from your situation is that instead of leaving the org without a Service Certificate, it's better if you can take leave for 5 days if available with you to serve them for the requested period in the new organization and then come back to serve the notice period to get your service certificate. If not available, I think you can convince the new organization to drag out the period or explain your situation regarding the service certificate that can't be issued. I think they will definitely consider your request as the same situation arose for me. I'd like to suggest one thing - don't be desperate for the job as if it's the only one, because if you appear desperate, they will likely put you in more pain to come immediately. Don't be scared; you can explain your situation, which is the best way to solve your problem. All the best!

Regards, RAM

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Hi Seniors,

I'm in a big dilemma and thought I should seek advice from seniors. I'm currently working in a start-up software company with around 8-9 employees. Although my designation is HR Generalist, I handle admin, accounting, and some legal activities as well. Yesterday, I was offered a position as an HR Generalist in one of India's biggest retail stores. The only catch is that they want me to join immediately to replace the current HR person. They asked if I could take 5 days off from my current work, work with them, and then return to serve a 15-day notice period.

I am very confused. If I leave my current organization, my boss may not provide me with an experience letter as he tends to hold grudges against those who leave. On the other hand, if I don't leave, I will miss the opportunity to work with a reputable brand.

Could the seniors please offer some advice?

Regards, KT

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Niyati Patel

Hi Kalpana,

Just a question – how long you have been you have been working in this organization ?...I assume less than a year or so then don't make a change..one should look at things in perspective..say 15 years how would your profile look like!

Secondly the current practice of joining the new company during leave from the present organization even during the notice period tantamounts to double employment which is not ethical practice.

Start up companies like yours gives one a great exposure and one's learning curve goes up by a few notches while compared to the company with a structured systems. Have friends working in reputed IT companies bemoan the fact that they are not really much learning as most of the things are centralized and H.O. centric..

Just be patient and considering your current exposure am sure even better offers would roll by..

Best wishes,

Rajat Joshi

Hi Kalpana,

I do not understand how your new company people are insisting you to join them immediately and work for the initial five days and then again go back to your previous company and complete your notice period. Isn't it legally wrong to work in two companies as per model standing orders or service rules of any establishment? How can you join a new company without getting relieved from your previous company, and how does the new company accept you to join them without a valid relieving order? How funny and how unethical? You better try to convince either of them and follow the rule strictly. After all, it is the ethics that give you good results in the long run, and do not get allured by this kind of shortcut methods. Take care!

Regards, PRADEEP

Hi Everybody,

Thanks to all of you for giving much-awaited advice. From all the suggestions I have received from Cite HR and after contemplating the situation, I have decided that I will take 5 days of leave from my current organization and transition to the new organization by taking over the responsibilities from the current HR person. However, I won't sign the acceptance letter until after I submit my resignation. This approach resolves the issue of dual employment as I will be joining the new organization next month, after serving the 15-day notice period.

Additionally, I anticipate that my boss may not pay me this month's salary as I usually receive it on the 7th of every month, so he might withhold it.

This is the best solution I can think of. Please share your perspective.

Thanks & Regards, Kalpana

Dear Kalpana,

As an employee of a firm, you cannot join another firm without being relieved. Therefore, even if you take a 5-day leave from your current company to join the new company, the joining would not be legally valid. You cannot be employed by two companies simultaneously; employment must be with only one firm. Please carefully consider your decision before taking any action.

Best regards,
Arun

Dear Kalpana,

This is legally wrong. No other company will appoint a person who has not been relieved from his or her previous company. You can be employed in any one of the firms. So, it's up to you in which company you want to join or continue. Think about it and make the decision.

Thanks & Regards

The existing company it seems is not a professional company, and hence there is no future in it for career building. Therefore, the earlier you shift, the better. As for the experience certificate, it is presumed that you have an appointment letter, your salary slip, and you will be having a copy of your resignation letter as well. You can submit them to your future employer in support of your experience. In any case, it is your competency that shall matter in your job in your future organization. Remember, competency can be subdued for some time but not forever in a professional organization. Also, remember the brand image of your employer counts a lot and supplements your compliments.

Before you resign from your existing organization, have a candid discussion with your future employer about the problems with your existing company. Hopefully, my advice will help you in making a judicious decision.

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I want advice from all of you regarding whether Freelancer HR jobs are legitimate or not. While they claim that everything is good, there are doubts concerning the refundable deposit amounts. Please inform me if we should consider accepting these opportunities.

Thanks & Regards,
Kalyani

Hi Kalpana,

You actually do not have a problem if you ask me! You actually want to switch your job, and you are afraid that if you don't get an experience letter, you won't be able to join the retail company. That's the reason you are in a dilemma.

You want to switch, so dear, just go on and put in your papers because the more you think, the more confused you'll feel. In the end, what you want is a great job with a better package, where you will feel satisfied too. So when you get good breaks, just grab them and never stay confused. That's what keeps us lacking everywhere.

Your boss is not going to do anything but will hold your salary. So be prepared for that! Talk to the HR of the retail company. He/she will adjust with you and will let you join on your given terms. That's what HR is there for, to understand and help, so chill.

Wishing you all the best for the great job.

Dear Kalpana,

You have made a decision. You did ask for opinions, and after carefully considering the options, you have made a decision.

Why do you ask for opinions after making a decision? Whether right or wrong, stick with the decision. It is your decision.

Good luck,
Siva

Dear Kalpana,

I completely agree with Samant's advice: "Love your job, not the company." Moreover, if the new company is a good brand and offers more exposure, do go for it. Don't worry about any potential losses. If you are competent enough and have confidence, it will compensate for it.

Vibhas

Hi Kalpana,

I may not be a senior to assist you with this situation, but I must say I am aware of such a scenario as it happened to me with one of my previous companies. I believe the best approach in this situation is to be transparent with the new company that has extended you the offer by explaining the possible consequences if you leave your current company, such as the risk of not receiving an experience letter. Hopefully, they will understand if they are truly professional.

Additionally, I suggest providing notice to your current company and familiarizing yourself with the new company by spending some time with them, even if it means adjusting your schedule. This way, you may not be at a disadvantage on either side.

Keep in mind, as long as you provide proper notice and adhere to the rules, no one can prevent you from receiving your relieving letter or experience letter.

Regards,
Vishal

Hi Kalpana,

Do as the large retail company HR advised you to do: take leave and then serve the notice period.

Hi Kalpana,

You need not worry in this condition. You don't waste your time, and without any fear, give your resignation letter immediately to your boss. A 15-day notice period is more than enough for a small organization having only 8-9 people. Your boss can do nothing when an employee willingly wants to leave the organization. If he doesn't give you an experience letter, then forget it. Don't cry before him and be strong. I think you should not lose this opportunity of joining the retail sector. Go ahead!!! Take a chill pill :-) All the best :-)

Hmm... Kalpana, your situation is very confusing! Talk it out clearly with the new company that you won't be able to submit all the documents if you go by their conditions. With the present employer's end, tell them diplomatically to hire somebody for your position.

Once you get out of this situation, please share the rest of your experience too. But remember, if the new opportunity is good, then do not leave it. Best of luck!

Hello respected seniors,

I am Poonam, currently pursuing an MBA and undertaking a summer project at INDIAN RAYON. The focus of my project is on employee relations in People Management. I am looking to prepare a PowerPoint presentation on People Management and employee relations for the company.

Please guide me on how to proceed with this project.

Thank you,
Maddy

Hi All,

Thanks for the advice once again. I'm very thankful to all of you for giving such valuable advice. I will do as I had planned earlier. I will take five days off and then go back and serve a notice period of 15 days. If my boss is not paying me for this month, then he should give me my experience letter because he is keeping my one month's salary. If he is paying me, then I think 15 days' notice is good because it's a small company. Worst comes to worst, he won't give me my experience letter. I have already explained the situation to the new company, and they understand that I may not get the experience letter.

So I will just stick to this decision and go ahead with it.

Thanks once again.

Regards,
Kalpana

Dear Kalpana,

Don't wait; do join a retail company. If you keep on thinking like this, you will not be able to leave that job in the future too.

Hello Kalpana,

When you applied for another opportunity, your mindset was searching to get a better job. So, why are you waiting for the present? Before applying, you should have thought it over. Once you have applied and got the opportunity, don't look back.

One more suggestion: if you want experience, you should not change your place at least for a period of one year.

GOOD LUCK!
GK

Dear seniors,

I have a query regarding employee termination within the probation period. Does the company have the right to terminate an employee based on the employee's PMS (Performance Management System), even if the employee has served the organization for more than one year?

Hi Kalpana,

This is the situation I suppose every professional goes through in one way or another. It's a difficult situation for anyone facing this.

It's always good to convince your future employer, from whom you have received the offer for a new job. It's not advisable to leave any job without giving a sufficient period. In your case, you need to give at least a 15-day notice period to your current organization if I have understood your problem well.

You can tell your future employer that if you leave on an immediate basis, the work will suffer at your present employer's place as you are the only one handling HR. Being in HR, you can't do that. Explain to them that even the company offering you a job must have a notice period. So, if you do the same with them in the future by leaving the organization without giving them a proper notice period, they won't appreciate it.

I am sure if you explain this to them, they would understand because in 15 days, even they must know that the sky is not going to fall. They are pressuring you because their current personnel is leaving a job, and they can even request the current HR person to stay back for 15 more days.

I am sure if you show this dedication to them, they will surely appreciate it. And if they don't, then finally, it's your call.

All the best.

Regards,
Surendra

Always leave your current job on good terms. I do not think it is fair for your new employer to ask you to do otherwise. If they truly value you, they will be willing to wait. Good luck!

Dear Ms. Kalpana,

This kind of situation is quite common for every individual who joins a startup company. As such, companies run on single ownership, it is quite common that they focus on every individual and will face a great fear of losing the individuals. Since you handle most of the key activities in the present office, the boss would surely find it difficult to lose you.

It is the same case with me too when I got an offer, and the new company wanted me to join within 15 days. I conveyed the same message to my boss. He refused to release me and insisted on a 1-month notice despite me agreeing to pay the compensation. However, after 20 days, he reconsidered and was ready to relieve me with all the letters I needed and also with a gift.

On the other hand, I conveyed my situation to the new company, and they agreed to wait for an additional 10 days.

So, I suggest that you tell your new company clearly what is happening. If they really need you, then surely they will wait for you. Be honest, and believe me, a talented person will be hired by any reputable company. Do not worry and do not choose the wrong path. Remember that you have a better opportunity than the present one, if you miss it.

On the other hand, submit your resignation to your boss, and at most, you may need to pay one month's salary. Listen to his blessings :)) Just kidding. So go ahead, do not delay, and proceed.

I WISH YOU ALL THE BEST.

GOOD LUCK

I also feel that the HR person in the other company where you applied will understand if you explain to him that your current employer will not give you an experience letter.

I had worked for one of the largest vertically integrated denim units in Asia. Their management also had a policy of not issuing an experience letter as it facilitated employees in cashing their current job. However, we (HR) with great difficulty were able to convince the executive management to allow the issuance of a basic two-line experience letter.

Hi,

This is a very common situation. You must have a word with the organization where you are supposed to join and tell them that if they want you to join immediately, then you have to submit your papers immediately. For that reason, they will not provide me with a no-objection letter. If you have any doubts, you can check through referrals or any other way.

Hi Kalpana,

You can discuss this matter with your new employer and join them, and the HR people will definitely understand your concern.

Remember, opportunities never come again and again.

All the best and take care.

Hi,

I totally agree with Ram. Like the new company has suggested, you should use your leaves to take time off and work for the new company. I think they want the handover process to be done properly; otherwise, it will be difficult for you.

Speak to your current employer regarding resignation. I think you shouldn't reveal why you are taking leave and try to extend your joining date.

Offer the new employer that you can come and work during weekends.

Regards,
Asha

I think HR professionals should complete the exit formalities in a proper way. Your new employer may allow you to join without getting a proper relieving letter, but it may affect you in the future.

Dear Kalpana,

It's really a confusing situation. It's better if you can manage 5 days' leave and then can serve the notice period as per the rule. Though it seems difficult, you require a service certificate not only for this opportunity but also for your future opportunities that may arise.

If the above doesn't work, try to explain the scenario to the retail organization and convince them to give you a 15-day notification period.

If you don't find any option other than leaving your existing organization, then directly go to your boss, tell them that you got a better prospect and require the service certificate in lieu of which your salary may be retained by the company.

With regards,
Shimul

Hi,

I think as you are working for only a few months and it's a small organization, you may not have had much exposure to various HR practices. You can consider looking for a change, but before making a decision, reflect on the responsibilities and roles you will be given in the retail sector. Sometimes, it's preferable to be a big fish in a small pond rather than a small fish in a large pond.

All the best! You yourself will be the best judge; listen to your instincts.

Sadhana

First thing is taking leave and attending the training. Go for it, just consider it as training, not as employment. Anyways, after that, you can really decide whether you should join the new company or not. Meanwhile, talk with the new company about the unavailability of an experience letter and ask for a longer notice period.

Once you finish the training, then decide whether you want to join the new company, if they insist on an experience letter, and discuss the notice period. Once you have this data, proceed further with either continuing the job or resigning from the existing organization.

Also, never consider the experience letter and one month's salary as constraints.

All the best and regards,

Brijesh.

Hi,

I completely agree with Ram. Take PL if available. Work in the new organization for 5 days; you will also get an understanding of the new organization. Also, as per the rule, if you have submitted your resignation, you should receive your experience letter. For not serving the notice period, he may deduct your basic pay for that many days. But still has to issue the experience letter.

Dear Kalpana,

I experienced the same last year. My boss did not give me my paycheck, forget about the reference letter. I had to do the rounds of the office and haunt him to get my hard-earned money. Guess you should be prepared for the same... Don't worry too much about the reference. If it's not a problem for the retail company, then you have nothing to worry about. Just take the plunge.

Best of luck.

Kalpana,

Such types of cases happen in day-to-day affairs. Relax and convince your future company that if they want you to join them in a few days, they can't expect an experience letter from your end. Submit your papers as soon as possible to avoid any sort of confusion that may arise during this period.

Cheers,
Kamal

Hi Kalpana,

Follow the following chart:

1. Decide logically (or say 'prioritize') what you want to do.
2. Talk to the retail company offering you the opportunity about the problem (not that your boss shall hold a grudge, etc.), professionally.
3. Explore the possibility of getting some kind of experience proof (project docs, assignments given, client references, visiting card, salary slip, appointment letter, etc.).
4. If you get it, well, if you don't, leave the company and take up the new opportunity.

Remember: A letter won't count if you have conviction, integrity, and honesty about what you are doing is good and genuine.

Don't overthink.

Cheers,
Satyabrata Tripathy

Kalpana, by the time I have posted this reply, by the Almighty's grace, your problem should have been solved.

While going through some views posted, I got to see some opinions like not being employed in two organizations. I am sorry to say that I totally disagree with them because it's a chance that does not apply to all employees. No one can justify or come to a conclusion about whether the new joining firm, particularly for an HR.

As I already told you in my earlier reply, you can definitely convince the existing HR in the offered company regarding your relieving letter. Please don't think about the future in a doomsday and panic-inducing way with regard to the existing company's service certificate to be shown.

The reason I am elaborating in my reply is that you need not worry about the relieving process. It happens to many employees that they can't get their relieving and final settlement on the day they have resigned, even after serving the notice period.

Work there for five days to learn about the new company by observing everything, make a SWOT analysis of the new and existing company, and resign without fear. Do not disclose your new company to anyone, not even your well-known and best friends in the current company until you have joined the new company.

You can serve the notice period, and there will be no problem if you state that you have resigned from the services. Make this known to everyone so that you can get support from other employees if any problems arise during your relieving process.

Take care and be brave; everything will be alright.

Just to cheer you up...

This is not at all a big problem compared to riding a bike in the Hyderabad traffic.

All the best!

Regards,

RAM
99 66 55 34 72
ramvempati@gmail.com

Hi Kalpana,

Someone rightly said, "Love your job but not your company." Just don't make your current boss or the new company realize that you desperately need it. Negotiate with your boss and your new company regarding the experience letter, and you will get clarity on these issues.

Hi Kalpna,

One thing I want you to know is that no company can deny you your right to an experience letter. First of all, does your boss know that you will be or you are leaving the company? If yes, I suggest you first complete the notice period. If not, you can give him a good reason for not being in the company for 5 days. At most, he may deduct your salary but cannot deny you the experience letter.

Hi Kalpana,

According to me, you should clearly inform about leaving the company and tell him that I got a better opportunity, and for that is why I am leaving. It was good working with you. Thanks.

Do the proper handover and then go. Even you will be happy and relaxed forever.

Nalini

Hi Kalpana,

I guess many of us have faced this kind of situation in our career. Though we key in some inputs here, it is you who take the final call.

My points are:
Just to begin, I am not emotionally attached with any organization.

1. Be prompt and ensure a good relationship with your existing or previous employers.
2. Serve your notice period and then demand or wait for your letters. (I am sure every organization understands their employees' careers/growth and will have some deviations in the notice period).
3. Think, you wouldn't have got this new offer without your experience in P.CO. So be a thoughtful person and whatever it is, be thankful to your boss or the company who made you learn new things/made you a skilled resource.

4. Suppose you join your new organization at very short notice, what stability can you ensure for your new company? If the same opportunity comes in your near future, you might also leave them at short notice/not serve the notice period.

Think about this and make a wise decision.

Email: mram.karthik@gmail.com

Hi Seniors,

I'm in a big dilemma; thought I should take advice from seniors. I'm currently working in a startup software company with around 8-9 employees. Although my designation is HR Generalist, I handle admin, accounting, and a little legal activities also. Now, yesterday I was offered a post of HR Generalist in one of India's biggest retail stores. The only clincher with them is that they want me to join immediately as they have to relieve the HR person who is currently working with them. They asked me if I can take 5 days off from the present company, work with them, and then come back and serve a notice period of 15 days.

I'm really very confused. If I leave the present organization, my boss will never give me an experience letter because he is a person who holds grudges against each and every person who wants to leave his organization. If I don't leave, I will be losing the opportunity of working with a good and big brand name.

Could the seniors please advise something.

Regards,
KT

Hi KT,

It is rightly expressed that you need not worry about Exp. Cert. Appraise the new firm about your inability to submit this. The other documents viz. offer letter/salary slip/PF slip etc. will serve the purpose. This will not be considered a hindrance in your joining.

Join the new firm & show your performance.

Regards,
S K Sinha

Please make it clear to the retail organization that you are not in a position to provide an experience or reference letter due to the short notice period. They may not require your experience or reference letter.

Dear,

An Experience Certificate is your right. Upon resignation, you can obtain it. If some job profile that you were handling is omitted, you can have it included by escalating it to the CEO.

With Regards

V. Sounder Rajan

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Hi Kalpana,

This is my honest opinion.

Firstly, the place you are working now is a golden milestone in your career path. So respect it and obey the discipline in the present organization. Just stick to the resignation rule in the present company detailed in your appointment letter. Respect the present job as it was the best one for you when you were joining.

Secondly, personally, I do not like an employer who requests to join a company with the least and unfair notice to the other employer. In HE, we also do cross-checks with applicants by asking them to join ASAP. If the applicant is positive, then we come to a fair conclusion that the applicant might do the same one day. It's a matter of reliability and loyalty of the employee.

Hope you got the message.

My opinion is - I would obey the rules and I will tell it to my prospective employer.

When the going gets tough, the tough get going. Now, after resignation, you request your organization to provide a sample experience letter. This letter should reflect your actual experience and be submitted through speed post. Afterward, show it to your new organization and inform them that your previous organization is pressuring you not to resign by withholding the experience letter.

Regards,
Yours sincerely,
Satish Kumar Dhanwal
Sr. Manager (HR)
NTPC Ltd.

Dear,

This is not a very unusual problem and happens in small organizations. Your prospective employer shall easily visualize this difficulty and may ignore the requirement of producing an experience certificate.

If this does not work, you may show the appointment letter and final dues certificate, which shall show until which date you have worked with the last company.

Lastly, even if this does not work, try another method of asking for a certificate of working for a housing loan to be submitted for obtaining a loan before you tender resignation. This may perhaps serve your goal, though not an encouraging method.

Wishing you all the best in your efforts.

Hi, I think you should speak to your boss, and I'm sure he will provide you with an experience letter, but don't delay it. Please don't join any organization before you quit your current one. So, as early as possible, put in your papers and grab the opportunity that has come your way. Good opportunities come only once in a lifetime. Go for it. All the best.

Hi Kalpana,

I think you should take off for 5 days with some valid-looking reason and work with a new company during that time. Afterward, you should disclose that you are going to resign, citing career growth as the reason. It is important to take your employer into confidence and consider arranging for your replacement if possible. You can even post the vacancy on citehr. Additionally, ensure you receive acknowledgment for your resignation or mark a copy of the resignation through email to have proof.

If you do not have an experience letter, you can inform your new employer about the situation. It is a common practice in the industry, and hopefully, they will understand.

Regards

It may just be your apprehension. Try speaking to your boss logically about your need for change; I am sure your problem would get solved. If not, it's all the reason to quit as soon as possible.

Hello,

It is not proper to take 5 days off and join a new company. Instead, you should resign from the company without notice period and pay the compensation as per company norms.

The Manager cannot refuse to give you an experience letter. He will need your signature for full and final settlement. At that time, you can insist on the experience letter. If he still refuses, serve him a letter intimating him of your intention to approach the Labour Officer. He will certainly issue the required letter.

Warm Regards,

Pavithran

I'm in a big dilemma and thought I should seek advice from seniors. I'm currently working in a startup software company, which has around 8-9 employees. Although my designation is HR Generalist, I handle administration, accounting, and some legal activities as well. Yesterday, I was offered a position as an HR Generalist in one of India's biggest retail stores. The only catch is that they want me to join immediately as they need to replace the current HR person. They asked if I could take 5 days off from my current work and then serve a notice period of 15 days upon return.

I am very confused. If I leave my current organization, my boss may not provide me with an experience letter. He tends to hold grudges against employees who leave the company. On the other hand, if I don't take this opportunity, I will miss the chance to work with a reputable and well-known brand.

Could the seniors please offer some advice?

Regards,
KT

Hi,

Once you have made the decision to leave the organization, stay focused on transitioning to the new organization. It is advisable to inform the prospective employer that you will not be able to provide a certificate. You may agree to work in the new organization for five days as requested. However, do not sign any documents as you are still officially employed by the previous organization.

If the prospective employer is willing to accept you without requiring a certificate, proceed with joining them. There are always pros and cons in such situations. What matters most is making a bold decision and having the courage to move forward.

I am confident that you will succeed. All the best.

Cyril

First, talk to your new company's boss about your situation. He will surely agree with you. If they want some proof of your work, you may present them with your appointment letter or salary slip as evidence. If they agree, then do the following: first, submit your resignation from your current company and obtain acknowledgment. If your current boss refuses to provide acknowledgment, send a copy of the resignation by registered post or email to retain proof of submission. Specify your last working day and mention that the company can adjust the shortfall period in your full and final settlement.

Pankaj