Ok here's one to mull over.
Option 1: Current job that I've been in for 2.5 years in private consultancy. Reasonable salary and permanent but very time demanding. Combine project and personnel management with reporting etc. Pluses - challenging and rewarding when going well. Minuses - stressful, long hours and very unsettling when not going well (as one of the boses is a bit of a Jekyll/Hyde).
Option 2: New job offer at a bit less money (but plenty for me and the missus to live off) in civil sector. Only a three year contract but good prospects for a perm contract once the foot is in the door and then as safe as any job these days. New challenge within an excellent team. Pluses - Flexible working, excellent working environment. Minuses - Temp contract, lower salary.
OK, I know there's many variables that aren't covered, but how important is time versus money. The jobs themselves would both maintain my interest. My decision is aided by a forthcoming baby but interested to get others perspective. Sincere apologies for those who currently have neither option available to them.
1 or 2 for you?
