“I’ve been a counsel at a City firm for a couple of years now. I was recently told that partnership at the firm would be my next step, but I would have to take a pay cut, move abroad and be a local partner for a number of years before I would be considered for a pay rise.

“I’ve enjoyed my time at the firm but feel this is a real kick in the teeth. I really don’t know whether to accept the offer or not…”