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I wouldn't tell them you are actively interviewing, but if you have a good relationship it's probably worth mentioning you are having a tough time and considering other career options. Let them guide the convo from there.
But be prepared with specific examples of why, and how you'd like your experience to be improved. Ambiguity won't help you. Tell them specifically what you are looking for.
Ya, if you're interviewing you already have one foot out the door. Will be a completely different discussion if you lead into with "I'm interviewing" as opposed to "I'm not happy with my career trajectory and think we need an adjustment"
A former boss of mine who is now one of my mentors encouraged me to make it known I was looking in an effort to either get the promotion I wanted or them to help me leave. They helped me leave...