FAQ- Relocation to a small town       

Relocation to a small town:

Question 8: I have been asked to relocate to a small town as part of a restructure within the company I work at. The company will pay for all the relocation expenses to the small town & I am happy at this company, but I don't like the small town life, as I am a city person. My immediate manager knows I don't really want to relocate to a small town, but it's not up to him. So can I simply refuse to move or do I tell them either I don't move or I will resign ?

Answer: I would evaluate this based on my personal circumstances such as the position, finances, age & what risk I can take or would be willing to take. Also, how easy would it be to get another similar job in the city. 

As for if you can simply refuse to move or to simply resign if they insist that you relocate, it depends on the laws of the state or country you live in and on the company policies. But if the company needs you to move to the small town & if it is easy for them to replace you, then it is probably best to tell them your preference, without refusing to relocate, and if they insist, then may be you can relocate while starting to look for another job elsewhere. Again it depends on your personal circumstances. A related topic  FAQ- promotion- relocation

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