I started a new job on the 9th December 2024 and got paid £3000 before tax as “Ex Gratia payment” for leaving a competitor.
unfortunately the job isn’t working out for me and I’ve been offered other roles which include my old job back.
my notice period is currently a week due to 6 month probation and looking to hand in my notice on the 28th Jan as this is when I get paid.
There is nothing saying I need to pay back the £3000 if I leave the role in my contract.
has anyone been in this situation before?
Legally do I have a leg to stand on and not pay it back if they ask for it?
any help or advise would be appreciated
unfortunately the job isn’t working out for me and I’ve been offered other roles which include my old job back.
my notice period is currently a week due to 6 month probation and looking to hand in my notice on the 28th Jan as this is when I get paid.
There is nothing saying I need to pay back the £3000 if I leave the role in my contract.
has anyone been in this situation before?
Legally do I have a leg to stand on and not pay it back if they ask for it?
any help or advise would be appreciated