Manager threatening to extend notice period - also forcing me to find my replacement and train him first

I have resigned from my current position, and my notice period as per my appointment letter is 30 days. Earlier, I requested an early release, but the manager rejected this request. After that, I agreed to serve the full notice of 30 days.

My manager wants me to serve even beyond 30 days. I told my manager that he cannot force me to work beyond my notice period of 30 days. Then, my manager told me that I should not teach him about policies. He is threatening to extend my notice period beyond 30 days by claiming that I have not handed over my work properly.

Additionally, he is pushing me to find my replacement and train them first if I want to be relieved.

Please guide me on what could be done here.

Hi,

Yes, your superior cannot force you to serve a notice period beyond the agreed period. Wherever possible, try to resolve it smoothly. The reason is that when you strain the relationship, they might seek revenge during future background verification processes.

What can be done if even after serving the full notice, my employer doesn't agree to relieve me? Can the HR manager extend my notice period on any grounds?

I got an offer from another company, and I don't want to miss that opportunity.

Such types of bosses are very common who play the spoilsport. You have to reason out with the higher authorities and HR on being relieved as per the agreed terms since your boss is not helpful at all. Highlight the positive contribution made by you and insist on being relieved as per the rules. Probably, your agreeing to serve the full notice period may have emboldened the boss to stretch it further.

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This is common practice, especially in the private sector management. In established companies, both employers and employees adhere to policies. The adamant nature of your boss insisting on you working beyond the notice period of 30 days is not justified; however, the requirement of your boss to identify a new successor for you seems to be in order and could be managed by you. You can proceed with this and try to have a smooth and harmonious exit from your current company.

Hi Prince,

If your notice period exceeds 30 days, please try to negotiate with the new employer. Explain to them that as part of the handover process, your current employer is requesting some extra time, which is why you are obligated to extend the notice period. Typically, a prospective employer will appreciate this gesture as an act of sincerity.