Add Comment Question: If I leave a job after 2 years and land a new job in the works.Do I still get severance pay? Answer: Generally, when an employee voluntarily resigns from their employment to pursue a position with another company, the employee is not entitled to severance. If you have been presented with an offer and/or contract of employment for a new position, we encourage you to contact our firm to schedule a consultation with one of our employment lawyers who can review these documents with you and help ensure that you understand your rights. Your Comment * Your Email * Your Name * Your City Note, your name, city and email is not displayed on the website. It is used to notify you that we have approved your comment.