I am 2 months pregnant and working in a Big4. Not happy with my current job and want to look out for newer opportunities in the industry. But I am hesitant that noone will take me because I need maternity leave in next few months. What should I do?

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Can you stretch it out until after your maternity leave? Doubt any new firm will give you paid maternity with <1year employment?

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All of MBB will.

As long as the interviews are on video and show you from the neck up, you’re safe to apply anywhere you want.

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True, check the policy, but you cant really ask. Why dont you stay until after your maternity? Its not that far off.

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You’re free to switch jobs. I would inquire about the health insurance and when it kicks in for the new job

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Are interviewers even allowed to ask you about it? I would never do that - what a dick move

Don’t hesitate, put yourself out there!

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Extended maternity benefits generally require X number of years with the company. Wait it out and leave after you are back. I assure you, work will not be top of your mind when you get back.

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Wait it out. Quit after maternity leave is over. You won't be the first big 4 employee who has a kid and then reevaluates if staying at big 4 makes sense.

Are you in the US? If yes, are you on someone else’s insurance plan? If you are US based and have your own plan I would not recommend switching employers until you’re past your global payment period with your OB. Moving carriers would also reset your deductible.

Thank you everyone for your suggestions - Looks like although there is no harm in trying for a new job but it may limit my maternity leave benefits with new firm. So stick out till my leave finishes here and then make a move.

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