u/Strict-Life4434

What’s the advice for negotiating a notice period for a new job? Acceptable or not after I’ve already accepted the offer in principle? I don’t want to create any red flags or give a difficult first impression before I’ve even started the role but also need to think about my future position.

I’ve recently received a contact, the notice period is 3 months. Given the seniority of the role (I.e not senior) and fact it is already a step back in terms of salary, title and benefits for me from my last position (they are aware of this and have compromised on salary given and have come up- the job market is abysmal so I am prepared to compromise and need a job, overall I’m happy with the package) the notice period feels too long. I’d like to ask them if there is any flexibility. I understand it may be company position but figured I’d ask.

Is this acceptable during this stage? I have yet to sign the contract.

For a little context the contract feels very defensive and not the most employee friendly, which is to be expected but there are some other clauses in there that are quite restrictive and not things I’ve come across before, but materially will likely not be enforceable and have little impact on me. A notice period however does have a tangible impact. 3 months is not the end of the world but ideally I’d like 1 or maybe 2.

The nikkah will either be in the masjid itself or a meeting room in the mosque- this is TBD. I am having the dress altered so there will be solid lining added behind the beadwork on the back so there will be nothing see through at all. It is also a little tight right now so it will be let out and will likely be less figure hugging on me compared to the model. I will also wear a long veil with my hair back in a bun but covered by a hijab cap (I don’t normally wear a hijab).