I was hired as a VP at a smaller financial firm a few months ago (<100 people). Before starting I was told I would be joining as “part of the executive team” and would be in charge of projects that would grow the firm into a better company. I took it mostly on that promise and the fact that it had a higher salary than my last job.
Starting my first day of work, I get told I have an 8 AM in person meeting with the CEO and CFO every day where they want a detailed breakdown of how I will spend my week/ day. I am also required to send an update by the end of the day. My work day consists of switching between a never ending list of tasks my CEO wants done. That and taking over incomplete projects from lower level employees who are stretched thin. Maybe over dramatic, but the micromanaging and grinding mentality at this firm is the worst I’ve ever witnessed or heard of from friends.
I’ve had multiple conversations with the CEO stating that I was hired as a VP, and that I should have the responsibility to do projects the way I see fit. If he wants someone to simply execute his tasks and/or be a flex resource across the company then he should hire a personal assistant or someone just starting their career. This has not changed anything. I am told “we are a small firm and this role was always supposed to be someone in the weeds with everyone else”.
I am going to find another job. Should I quit, enjoy some time off, and figure out what I want or stick it out until I find something new? It’s been affecting my mental health and I dread going into the office each day.
TL;DR: I feel duped by the CEO at my new job. Hired as VP but getting micromanaged and doing intern-level work most days. Stick it out or quit now, enjoy some time off and then find a new job?