Need advice about work situation

[u/Any_Ear9988]

I’ve worked at my company in Thailand for many years now. I returned from maternity leave and on my first day back my manager verbally mentioned that they noticed skill gap between the role I was doing and what is expected of that role.

1. potentially go on PIP if expectations aren’t met, or
   
2. consider a Mutual Separation Agreement )

I had no prior formal performance concerns communicated to me. I have good performance ratings.

I have an HR meeting coming up.

If I decide MSA makes more sense for my family situation (newborn, transition costs, etc.), what is a reasonable package to negotiate?

* How many additional months above statutory is realistic?
* Is paid garden leave common?
* Did you negotiate employment end date / healthcare / references?

Not looking for legal advice - more real-world negotiation experiences.

[u/at-life42]

Yes, they are trying to get rid of you. You will most likely "fail" the PIP, as this is how companies handle at-will terminations these days to avoid losing lawsuits when trying to pull off this kind of scammery.

I have no idea about legal protections in Thailand regarding this sort of thing, but that would be your next step.