I recently took a job where the manager hired me as a paralegal however after my start he told me he was hiring someone to cover his duties as an attorney while he is on paternity leave. I am not comfortable or skilled enough to take this endeavor on for 4 months. I have another offer and overall I don’t see this company being a long term fit for me. I feel bad giving notice and abandoning him before his PTO. Thoughts?

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If it's a misrepresentation as to your duties I don't think you need to feel guilty.

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Thank you!

He should feel bad hiring you without letting you know he was going on paternity leave and hiring someone new to stand in for him. Explain this isn't a good fit for you, put in your notice, and don't feel bad.

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Thank you!

Bounce. And no reason to feel bad.

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