Apply for job? WWYD?

[lbonga1]

I'm still on maternity leave for another 5ish weeks. I've been browsing job listings because I was planning on starting to apply for a new job in June, when I'll be fully admitted to my masters degree program. I came across a job that was posted today, in my area, with a listed compensation range that is more than double-more than triple my current salary. Would you go ahead and apply? I would feel kind of bad if I got the job because I told my current employer that I would be returning, but that much of an increase in pay would allow my FI to go back to school now instead of having to wait until our kids are in school.

[littlelion]

Yes. No harm in trying. If you got the offer then it could be a way to negotiate a higher salary at your current job...obvs you're not paid what you should be. And that's only if you really like where you work and would want to stay if salary was more.

Always a good idea to look out for what's best for you not your employer.

[lola]

Exactly what littlelion said. It's business, not personal. No shame in knowing your own worth and going after it. Good luck!

[mrswillie]

Feb 1, 2017 23:22:11 GMT -5 littlelion said:

Yes. No harm in trying. If you got the offer then it could be a way to negotiate a higher salary at your current job...obvs you're not paid what you should be. And that's only if you really like where you work and would want to stay if salary was more.

Always a good idea to look out for what's best for you not your employer.

This!

[requiressnacks]

Yes, definitely apply! It can't hurt to try and a lot of times the interview process can take weeks/months anyways. (At least at my company)

[legalbeagle]

Apply! You'll always wonder what might have happened if you don't. And you may find out more info that makes you realize it isn't a good fit.

- the woman who is giving notice the day she gets back from mat leave

[lbonga1]

Thanks ladies, I'm going to apply. They were pretty vague in the job posting about what experience they require, so I might not even meet the qualifications, but you're right that it doesn't hurt to try!