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Seeking new growth opportunities is the best and standard answer.
Rising Star
Yes, that’s what I always say. New opportunities, career development are the good ones
People leave for money. Theres no reason to worry about wanting something that makes you happier or feel more fulfilled. Your recruiter can help you play with phrasing to make it feel better to you but be honest about what you want so you have an easier time finding it.
It’s not shallow as long as you’re fine giving up the money and stability. No problem at all if so, and it’s laudable. It’s much more shallow and annoying when people complain about the job but still come off as entitled to the money.
Lately, I’ve been telling recruiters that (a) I’m trying to expand my horizons and enhance my skill set; and (b) because I have been working part-time for a firm that focuses on a couple of areas of law and I work another side job, with my student loans still present, I need a full-time job that will compensate me more.
It’s the compensation part that I’ve had reservations about but lately, the recruiters have thanked me for my honesty with this. At this point in my career, I have nothing to lose by being honest. The recruiters already know how the job market and the economy are doing. Employers appreciate veracity!
I would speak freely about what you’re searching for rather than focusing on what you’re leaving.