Thanks for the replies.
Personally I would be honest and say that I would like to fly a jet at some point, but I think turboprop flying can have many benefits, especially the more hands-on type of flying involved.
I would be happy to stay with a t/p outfit for a few years to learn my trade and gain that essential experience before moving on. From what I have gleaned so far, flying t/p can be great fun and something I would like to do. 3 years seems about right, but with such a fluctuating market I would like to keep all my options open.