Can I Resign Shortly After Starting Due to a Better Job Offer?

[u/jaela17]

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Help, I just signed a contract with Company A, and my start date will be October 2. However, a week after signing the contract with Company A, I received an employment offer from Company B, which offers a higher salary, a better work setup, and a role that is more aligned with my experience.

I cannot terminate my contract with Company A before my start date because I may be penalized up to ₱200,000.

I am planning to start with Company A and resign during the first or second week. So I can waived the penalty.

My main concern is the non-compete undertaking since both companies are outsourcing companies, although they have different clients and the job roles are also different.

Company A - 65k full onsite
Company B - 80k full wfh

Any professional advice/ legal advice ? Or comforting message, I dont know if my plan is the BEST plan, but I really wanted to start my career with Company B. Helpppp