Ask the headhunter

J.F.K. asks:

About five years ago, I got a challenging management position at a large international company. Since then, I’ve completely reorganized my department, redefined all procedures, built a European team, professionalized recruitment, taken care of employer branding, introduced the company as a great place to work and much more. Year after year, I received good reviews and salary increases.

Recently, however, one month after the annual appraisal round, I had a disconcerting meeting with my immediate supervisor. In a short conversation of less than twenty minutes, he told me that there were serious complaints about my performance and leadership. Unfortunately, despite multiple requests, he refused to provide details. I did receive in writing that I was excused from work for the time being.