I am working for the public sector in UK. Is good for the work-life balance and the entry level salary is great but after a certain level private pays x3.
Also, pension contribution from the employer is insanely high (20%) but not invested in funds.
Discussion
So public first, then private?🤔🤔
That’s my plan. I am doing a development programme in the public for 3 years then probably going in the private.
However, depends also on your needs and goals. If you value flexibility and work-life balance or want to start a family, public is not bad.