So, 2 conditions:
1. How they manage the change in power structure: I expect nothing less than absolute professionalism and absolutely no insane paranoia and lack of focus.
2. How they manage the change this coming January/February: I expect progression and affirmation of the fast-track, in action, not in words.
These 2 are deal-breakers. Yes, call it what you want, ego or whatever. I would have waited patiently in the wings, learning and supporting someone but that someone important is leaving, leaving a void which I doubt anyone can fill. So I refuse to work with anyone I see as a lesser mortal. Oh you know who they are. So don't piss me off.