I just received the contract for a programming job in the IT industry that I applied for. There is just one clause I'm not sure about. The confidentality agreement.
This states that I must not work for any competitor for a year if I leave. I like the job offer but if I leave after a year or two, I don't want to restrict myself from getting a job later. Especially if the job is in a similar field. Has anyone else had any experience around this? Is this something I should be worried about or is it standard jargon they put into every contract? Should I get some legal advice and if so can anyone recommend someone?