Expecting an offer this week. Does Wells typically give you the boot or make you work your final 2 weeks? Would rather be anywhere else but here, but who knows what the future holds?
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Yes unless you’re a commissioned position
slightly related question - When folks on this board say competitor - are the big bank only considered as a competitor or are there any other institutions that are also part of that list?
@afv+17akSPAa - this is great advice. Helped out tremendously when I moved to another company and my benefits did not start until the first of the next month.
Op here. I don’t live on this board so thanks for the heads up on PTO and benefits.
why not take your PTO and start work with your new employer while you are on PTO? Then when your PTO ends, drop your notice.
One thing to add- I wouldn’t schedule PTO until you know how your manager will handle the term. I’m an admin and I process terms. In our LOB, of someone gives 2 weeks and is leaving for a competitor, there is a code we use in Time Tracker for those last two weeks that pays them while not working and they don’t have to use PTO- which if accrued will be paid out on your last check. If your LOB does this, your missing out on an extra two weeks of pay.
@hlp, are you serious? Maybe the person isn't on this site constantly like you are (obviously). You are bizarre - to say the least.
Unfortunately, you are part of the problem at WF.
A nearly identical question was asked last week, with lots of engagement. If it wasn't you asking previously, maybe search for it for more insights. If you are the same person asking... why? Numerous folks chimed in.
“While two weeks is preferred, it is not required”. That’s straight from the HR portal. Just search under “Resigning from Wells Fargo”.
“ I’ve also seen people turn in their 2 week notice and all corporate owned property, but take all their unused and scheduled PTO for those final two weeks.”
I did this and so did many colleagues who decided to jump ship these past 4 years.
Definitely log your hours and schedule the PTO if you have enough to use during those 2 weeks.
My letter included this as an example:
Letter dated September 25th
“I am resigning for another opportunity as of the date of this letter. I will be using my accrued and scheduled PTO September 28th thru October 9th, 10 business days/80 hours to prepare and transfer into my new role.”
Then list in your letter every corporate owned item and serial number you are returning. Even down to the keyboard and mouse. Seriously, protect yourself.
There are many factors taken into account. It depends on your job/role, business unit, HR Advisor, security/risk, level of access to certain applications or data.
I’ve seen people turn in their 2 week notice to leave for an external position and building security and HR was called to witness them turn in their badge and all corporate owned property. Access was cut that day and they were given a box to pack their personal items.
I’ve also seen people turn in their 2 week notice and all corporate owned property, but take all their unused and scheduled PTO for those final two weeks.
Lastly I have seen people turn in their 2 week notice to transfer for another position internally with another LOB and they worked a week of their current position (cleaning out desk and turning over files/equipment) and then took a week off before starting in their new role.
Again, it depends on the manager and HR and how they handle or mishandle/fumble the whole situation.
Just remember to log all your worked hours and make sure your PTO is scheduled and up to date before you should you decided leave. Print copies of everything.
Also, make sure you resign by email and by physical letter. Include the PTO you plan to take and/or cash out in that email and letter. Create a digital and paper trail.
Best of luck to you and your success in the future.