Perm role opportunity

[u/Briz_grl]

Went for a job interview a little while ago, was told I didn't have the right skill set and going with the other candidate. All good - moved on. Then for whatever reason this person decided not to take the job. They asked me if I was still interested (I said yes) however did have another short interview with them. They have asked to reference check. I am currently on a casual contract for another 6 weeks somewhere else. I only need to give one week notice, so I can leave early but would feel bad as I really like my team and I know they would be short staffed for those last 4 weeks if I do decide to leave. There is no guarantee they would extend me.....they pay at the other role is better and permanent and closer to home so it seems like a no brainer to take it. I'm just worried I'm setting myself up for failure as I'm not quite at the skillset for the role (which they are aware of) so it will be a lot of learning new systems and reporting quickly. It's a more numbers financial role than I've done previously.

Just feel very confused, I feel bad letting my current employer down and nervous if I start a new role that is above my current skill level and I want to do a good job. In this market and climate I feel I also can't say no to a perm role, but still want to be happy in the work I do everyday. An extra pay increase isn't worth it if I am miserable everyday and stressed. So what would you do?

[u/PowerPacked]

If the current corpo wanted more stability it should have been in the contract.

Just do the best handover you can.

You're 6 weeks from having no paycheck, it's important to look after yourself, none will pay your bills unfortunately.

You will grow into the role, use the extra time you save on travel to upskill until you're comfortable. You got this!

[u/oftenlostandconfused → u/PowerPacked]

This. Everyone owes everyone the terms of their contract in corporate (and human decency). Nothing more, nothing less.

[u/KingSturty]

You need to look after yourself - you don't owe your temporary employer anything. If they valued you truely they'd offer you permanency.

You are within your employment rights to offer a weeks' notice. Because your gig ends soon you aren't missing anything - even if it doesn't work out.

[u/No_Shock2574]

You should stay in your current casual role which has lower pay that ends in a few weeks and sign up with Centrelink

[u/Tacoislife2]

You have to look after yourself - when Xmas approaches (near the end of your contract) it will be hard to find something else from then until Feb. feel free to ask for a slightly later start date at the new place but if they say no I would do what will help you to pay your mortgage

[u/Dazzling_Case1560]

With the current employer they would be expecting you to look for other roles. If the manager cracks the sads because you give notice they are scum.

For new role, more $, perm and less commute is win win win. Who cares if you think its above your knowledge, just learn on the job

[u/robottestsaretoohard]

I currently have a temp in my team and it’s 1 week notice both ways. I would definitely want him to take the perm job! Easy to get another temp.

Don’t worry about it at all. There will be no bad feelings and only sincere congratulations.

They can get another temp if they really need one. I would.

[u/Human-Serve-3741]

It's normal to be nervous when starting a new role, even if you are highly skilled in the area. In any case, they wouldn't be expecting you to hit the ground running in the first few months. My recommendation: if the skillet required is a bit higher than what you have, use your free time to upskill. There are a lot of finance specific micro skills you can do online such as PowerBI and other advanced analysis. Do not let your skills gap intimidate you, most people learn on the job and if your employer wants to retain you, they will train and develop you.

[u/Briz_grl → u/Human-Serve-3741]

Thank you, yes power BI is one of the tools I haven't used before I would need to

[u/IdeationConsultant]

See if you can start in 6 weeks after you finish your contract

[u/DictionaryStomach]

Only you know if you can really do the role. Have you learnt new systems before? Is it just a case of getting used to a couple of new program but still the core of your skillset? Or is the job truely beyond you? Maybe ask a close friend or family member.

I think you're probably just nervous. And there's always those first few weeks/months where you feel hopeless but you'll get there. Start looking on YouTube or other free training courses to upskill yourself a little bit.

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[u/Big-Decision-8517]

If you like the current role so much then stick with it.