Evaluating Ethical Decision-Making in Career Transitions

As a financial analyst at a large investment firm, you receive a lucrative offer from a competing firm. The new position promises to significantly enhance your compensation, and the current employer is aware of the offer. However, you have been working on a confidential project for your current employer that is expected to be announced soon. The information could potentially benefit clients and the firm’s reputation once released.

Before making a decision, you are considering whether to accept the job offer or remain with your current firm. What should be your primary ethical consideration before making this decision?