There is no law against dating ones boss. But many companies have policies in place that restrict bosses and managers from dating subordinate employees. These policies are in place to prevent an employee from being pressured into a relationship. But you should consider that there is definitely a conflict of interest.

Can you date a subordinate at work?

No matter what your intentions are, its best not to date your managers or subordinates. “It is a bad idea to get involved with anybody who is in your chain of command — up or down,” says Markman.