Texan_Aggie said:
Really depends on how badly the NewCo wants you to work there.
If they approached you about signing on to NewCo, being upfront about what's being left on the table is the best bet. You have the leverage and if they want you, they'll make it work. However, if they view you as wanting to work for them, they may have some leverage and you might not get all of it.
Seems like a short window, couldn't you just stay on and get the bonus? Be careful, some companies have clauses where you have to pay back if leaving within a certain number of days after payout.
They approached me towards the end of last year and we have been in contact for the past six weeks or so. I have gone through 3 interviews and have the last one next week with executive team. Throughout the three first interviews it was mentioned to me various times that they wanted someone on board by February so it looks like they are in a hurry to find somebody and have been patient enough with me over the past six weeks given that I travel for work and had travel scheduled for vacation.
I have spoken with industry colleagues regarding this company and everybody has mention that it is a small company that is up-and-coming and on the rise.
Again I appreciate all the input and feedback, it has been very valuable and I will take it into account