Far_sal_86's journey

I was recently approached by a senior leader at my company about an internal strategic role that would require relocating to a different part of the country. I didn’t apply for this position; the leader reached out informally and asked if I would consider it. He mentioned that the role comes with higher compensation and that relocation costs would be covered, but we haven't discussed specific numbers yet. I was surprised to be considered for this role since a few years ago, I applied for a different position in that region and wasn’t selected due to my lack of direct experience. The leader explained that he was reaching out to people he knows and trusts, which is why he approached me. While the opportunity sounds interesting and could be a significant career move, I really don’t want to relocate. My spouse and I have established our lives here, with both of us having careers and family nearby. We don’t have children, so relocating is technically possible, but it’s not something we’ve been considering. I also lack established customer relationships and knowledge of the market in the new region, which makes me even more curious about why I was approached. I told the leader I would think about it and get back to him. Now, I'm considering expressing my interest in learning more about the role while also mentioning that permanent relocation would be quite difficult for me. I’m thinking of asking if there’s any flexibility around the location before diving into compensation and other details. For anyone who has faced a similar situation, how did you handle it? Would you continue the conversation even if you’re leaning towards not relocating?