Sometimes work surprises you in ways you never expect. One employee recently shared a story on Reddit that has caught a lot of attention because it’s unusual and also a bit tricky. According to the post, he had decided to quit his job mainly because the pay was low and the hours were exhausting. He had already found a new job that offered better pay and benefits, so he was ready to leave. But then, right after submitting his resignation, HR sent him a surprising email. The email said they were planning to fire his manager and wanted to offer him her position—the director’s role. The email was blunt and didn’t beat around the bush.
Company’s Unusual Counter Offer
Revealing what had happened the employee shared in a Reddit post, “Look, I just left my job for the usual reasons – the pay was terrible and the hours were a nightmare. I found a new job with a better salary and actual benefits. A day after I resigned, I got a very weird email from HR. They offered me my manager’s job, the Director position. The email bluntly stated they intend to fire her. “
“I obviously said no,” he wrote and added, “but now I’m torn about whether or not to tell her she’s getting fired. My last day is this Thursday. Honestly, I feel like it’s better to stay quiet. I’ll let you know what happens.”
Online Reactions: Should He Tell His Manager?
The post quickly drew attention, with many people weighing in on the ethical and practical sides of the situation. One commenter shared a similar personal experience: “I had something similar happen in reverse order a long time ago. My manager was fired after working there a really long time… I refused the offer as I had already seen how they treated people. I ended up going to that new job where the pay was better and opportunities for career growth were much better too.”
Other commenters highlighted potential risks of getting involved. One wrote, “Best to not involve yourself… They probably won’t fire her if you do not accept. So if you tell her and it doesn’t happen you were just being spiteful.” Another noted, “Nope, not your problem, just remember what they did to her they could do to you.”
Some people leaned toward caution while recognizing that the employee’s relationship with his manager might matter. One comment suggested, “Depends on your relationship with the manager, but I would tell her. It gives her time to prepare, find other jobs, and puts you in her good graces, which might help you in future if you ever end up working with her again.”
Meanwhile, others warned about legal and workplace risks. Another advised, “Don’t get involved. Too much legal risk. You don’t know the details of how they plan to cut her position. But maybe consider the role for yourself if it’s palatable.”