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: 0) by Anonymous Coward on Sunday July 19 2015, @10:16PM
Detroit is changing fast. Cost of living is rising too.
(Score: 1) by dboz87 on Wednesday July 22 2015, @12:57PM
I travel there for work regularly and it is not changing fast enough. My impression and that of my coworkers who live there is that the rejuvenation of Detroit is a just a short term fad and is unsupportable in the long term.