Feeling Misled After Joining: How Can I Leave Without Serving a Full Month's Notice?

Hi, I joined a company 4 days ago. During the interview discussions, I was informed that there were PF and health benefits associated, but none were shared in the appointment/offer letter. They have just one letter. I signed it because I was told that the appointment letter would be separate and would include the salary structure. However, later, I was informed by the company’s finance person that they don’t have PF (it’s an LLC) and there are no separate appointment letters. They mentioned there is a bonus, but that too is as per company policy, which I haven’t seen either. Nothing is in writing.

Now, the fact is I signed the offer-cum-appointment letter, but I am not comfortable working with this company after spending 3-4 days. Even my work profile is not exactly as I was told.

As per the letter, I am on 6 months probation but still have to give a month’s notice if I leave.

Please suggest a solution that could save me from spending an entire month here?

Leaving a Job Accepted on False Pretense

If the employment was accepted on false pretense, you can leave without giving notice.

Legal Obligations After Signing an Appointment Letter

However, if you have accepted and signed the appointment letter which clearly states the new terms, then legally you are bound by it as you have accepted the terms.

Documenting Verbal Discussions

First and foremost, you will need to document the verbal discussions that you had with your employer during the interview so that it becomes a written document from your side, whether they reply affirmatively or not. This will provide you with a valid reason to legally challenge any letter offered under false pretenses of leading you to expect an appointment letter.

Justifying Leaving Employment

Post that, you can justify that your leaving the employment was only due to differences in the employment terms discussed during your interview and the actual terms given in writing later by the employer.

Regards, Michael William S HR BP