Stay for promotion or consider higher-paying opportunity?

Jobs, Saturation and Salary

Hi everyone, I’d appreciate some outside perspective.

I’m currently working at Company A (BPO setup) with a net pay of around ₱40k/month (after deductions). I’m aiming for a promotion this year, but there’s no guarantee. Even if promoted, I’m unsure how significant the salary increase would be.

Pros of Company A:

•	Stable setup

•	HMO + government contributions + 13th month pay

•	Follows PH holidays

•	Hybrid (officially 3x onsite but usually 1x)

•	Company-provided laptop/equipment

•	Good client relationship

•	Fellow Filipinos working with the same client

•	They’ve invested in me (trainings, travel opportunities, mentorship) and trusted my potential

I also have approved leaves for planned travel in the next 3 months.

Now I’m being considered by Company B (direct hire overseas firm):

•	Estimated salary range is ₱60k–₱80k (small chance ceiling could be higher)

•	No formal offer yet

•	Salary paid directly (no local deductions — I’d handle my own taxes)

•	HMO after 6 months

•	Paid leaves after 3 months

•	13th month pay

•	Follows PH holidays

•	Fully remote

•	Likely using my personal laptop

•	I would be the first Filipino hire in the firm

My dilemma:

•	Stay for potential Senior title and stability?

•	Or move if the pay jump is significant?

•	Am I overvaluing the importance of leaving with a Senior title?

•	Is it wrong to feel guilty leaving a team that has treated me well and invested in me?

Would really appreciate honest thoughts.

Posted Feb 28, 2026, 1:08 PM UTC

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