I want to change jobs after 5 months of being here. What’s the best response in an interview about why I’m leaving?

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Role did not align to career aspirations as originally expected. Looking to move to a company that does….

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If the story makes sense. If you went from consulting to industry, and back to consulting maybe so.

Otherwise, it looks a little flaky as you chose the industry. A lot of times roles are smoke and mirrors or you will sold a dream and this is easier to understand.

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I wanted more money?

‘My manager challenged me to a fist fight and I didn’t want to kick their ass’

Or I didn't want my tail handed to me.

Blanket reason is always I want more of a challenge

A staple response. But is it acceptable after just 6 months?

Why are you leaving?
Worth being honest in the interview to make sure you don’t get stuck in a similar job!

Few reasons.

1) I started in commercial sector for consulting, moved to public sector the past few years but do not enjoy it anymore. Want to go back to commercial.

2) the firm/team isn’t what I expected. Don’t feel like the firm culture is for me and don’t enjoy coming to work everyday.

As per an earlier response of yours, saying that you want to return to commercial consulting instead of staying in public sector is a valid and sensible response. Even better if you can add in how there is opportunity for greater impact and more learning.

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