Negotiating a new notice period?

Hi all – quite new to this subreddit so hoping this is the correct place to ask. UK based. I recently received an offer to step up to a more senior role in my workplace. I had previously been searching for new jobs prior to the offer, but given the increased salary and promise of stability that would come with this new role, I thought it over and agreed to it.

I have since received the contract to sign and return but am now holding off on signing it as they are stating that my notice period will increase from two months to 12 weeks or three months (whichever is longer).

I am very hesitant about agreeing to this as I still do not see myself at this company in the long-term and am worried that a three month notice will jeopardise my future and my chances of a new job as in a few of the interviews I had whilst still job searching, employers seemed a bit hesitant when I informed them of my two month notice.

Is there a way I can combat/negotiate this effectively, and if so, how? Thanks in advance.



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