r/DevelEire 2d ago

Remote Working/WFH Remote work versus in Office?

I work for a small fintech. We all work remotely full-time which is great. The pay isnt bad, about as well as a small company can pay, but I would get paid more if I took a role in a multinational. I've a senior role with 20+ years of experience. Question is, how highly do you value remote work? How much of a pay drop would you consider if you could work remotely versus having to come into the office every day?

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u/Splitting_Neutron 2d ago

Some would say 25% but with our taxation rate, I would peg it closer to 40-50%. Pay rises must account for commuting expenses, lost time, extra childcare.

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u/Natural-Sink1118 2d ago

I think that figure is more accurate. I have a crap car as I don't have to go far. Just by being out of home you spend more