My company was recently acquired by a multinational corporation. Knowing that all IT was managed from corporate headquarters. I was concerned that my job was on the line. After inquiring directly with corporate I was assured my existing position was secure and I would not need to move, but 6 months later reality sets in and the rumor mill indicates I will soon be asked to move to HQ or look for greener pastures. So I ask SN, should I consider a move to an area with a higher cost of living (and under what conditions) or should I start the job search?
The twist: my significant other works in a different division of the some company, so it has been made clear that both of our salaries are affected by this decision.
There has to be oodles of experience in the community with what typically happens to staff subsequent to a buyout / merger / acquisition - any gems of wisdom?
(Score: 4, Informative) by Joe Desertrat on Saturday July 18 2015, @06:02PM
So, yeah, start the job search, regardless.
This. There is a real good chance the new owners will be changing a lot of things, and a lot of those changes will serve for nothing in your eyes but to make the job less pleasant. The new owners may have their own way they want things done, and even if by experience you have learned that is not the best way to do things, you will have to change your ways. Your in company networks for help, shared information and friendships will likely be disrupted, making your own job less efficient and pleasant. Management chains will change, and new managers will likely require or emphasize different things. Etc. In short, since you are likely to be starting at or near square one again anyway, you might as well see if you have the opportunity to better your own position.
So, yeah, start the job search, regardless.