Best way to quit
Hi, I just joined a leading US bank and after a couple of weeks I am confident that as far as staying, absolute no for me - the work I can fix after a lot of hard work but the people are sub-par (with exceptions). As far as leaving, I see 3 options.
First is to speak to HR and say that it's a poor fit and see if we can explore options if they've got an open role that I can apply internally for and if not that this is my last day at work. If they do have internal roles that I could go for, I'll work while my application is being processed. I'm not sure this is allowed in banks though and it's risky because they can set me up and fire me/dismiss me.
Second, straight up send a resignation email and leave. I believe I'll have 1 month notice, even though I've worked for 2 weeks. I definitely don't want to work during that 1 month but I can also see them making me work. If they made me work it will be a slap in my face and will force me to pull a stunt on them which I don't want to.
Third, in the UK Statutory Sick Pay means I can sign off sick for 28 weeks pretty much as soon as I start. I suspect that I will be black-listed and won't get another job with this bank again if I pulled this stunt, I reckon. I'm a very straight shooting guy too so I wouldn't resort to anything like this.
Frankly, I feel a bit conned because I gave up a much better job and my new boss should have known with my background I won't stay in the circus they've got going on. I contacted my previous boss and they are happy to have me back and I am almost tempted to do the 28 weeks sick stunt as a slap to my new boss - they massively miss-sold me this role.
1. HR is not going to let you do an internal transfer after 2 weeks. Most banks have a 1 year before transferring rule and they might work with you after 6-8 months if you really want to move, but zero chance at your current juncture.
2. Fine, I also wouldn't get all up in arms about 1 month working although I doubt they will really enforce after 2 weeks of working. IMO this is your best bet. Try to keep it civil and polite, no reason to massively burn a bridge. Just say you realized this job is not a fit and you have found a new job, happy to work out a departure with them. End of story.
3. Not familiar with the UK but pretty sure you would need a doctor's note that says you truly cannot work. Also this may not be at full pay. The UK minimum is far below what you make right now. I can't see any benefit of you doing this except intentionally being an asshole, which is not helping anyone including yourself. Be an adult and go back to your old job, this wasn't a fit and that is the end of it.
Doctor's note I can get very easily, that's not the problem - my ethics are the problem.
What do you mean they won't enforce it? Do you mean I'll be employed for 1month and sit at home? Or that they'll let me go immediately, no pay and no need to work.
Again, not sure why you feel being a total POS and screwing your employer with unneeded medical leave is a reasonable option here. This job just didn't work out... you are lucky to have a great next option... just keep it moving.
On the 1 month my guess is they will just tell you to stop coming in and the bank will pay you the rest, as it's not like you need to transition off projects at 2 weeks. But if they do ask you to come in the next month, it sounds like your contract says you have to so just do it. Doubt you will have any work.
I understand it's frustrating when jobs aren't what you thought they would be, but it happens. Just move on instead of trying to exact some random revenge against a place you've been at for a few weeks. Your reputation is the most important thing in the very small finance world, best to just go out quietly and be forgotten in this case.
Like I said, taking medical leave will not be an option I'd follow for multiple reasons. I do have an option but this caused quite a commotion with my previous boss - I'm only human to be annoyed with my current employer. Ultimately, I'm reasonable and I understand mistakes happen.
In your shoes, I'd do this.
Clearly convey message, offer transition (be clear and specific, no surprises here) and end of story.
No need to compromise your ethic for this
Worst case 1 month of work, most probably they let you go earlier (paid or unpaid, who cares! Good riddance it seems).
Good luck, keep us posted!
I have seen in the UK that people take sick leave while on notice period but you definitely need a note from Doctor.
I highly recommended not burning the bridges and leaving a bad image on yours.
Just be honest with them and move on
Doctor's note is not a problem but I'd rather just be honest.
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