The temptation of the temporary

Temporary work positions are gaining popularity, particularly as the labour market fluctuates and more people seek flexible working conditions. Recent findings by the Royal Bank of Scotland show the number of permanent staff across the country has fallen for the first time in two and a half years. So, could this be the start of the next big career trend?

With companies exercising caution over the impending Brexit situation, making use of temporary staff can help safeguard their operations. Taking on temporary positions can also be a boon for workers, who don’t necessarily want to commit to companies long-term.

For staff in a lot of industries, temporary positions certainly could be the future. Let’s look at how they could be the best fit for you…

Firstly, being in a temporary position helps you stay professionally mobile. In many sectors, such as recruitment, it pays to know lots of people.

Temporary jobs are a great way to network and build up a solid base of useable contacts that can further your career and help you progress.

If you’re contracted for specific temporary projects, having a widespread network of contacts can be especially fruitful. This way you may find your next temporary – or permanent – role is just around the corner.

Ever feel like your current skills are under-appreciated? Well, with temporary contract roles this isn’t the case. In fact, it’s the opposite. You’ll often get the chance straight away to showcase your unique talents and niche skillset without waiting months to ‘bed in’.

Perhaps you’re an HR superstar, recruitment guru or admin aficionado? Temporary roles are a fantastic way for you to show the world exactly what you can do right here, right now. Shine brightly and you may even become integral to future operations and find yourself fast-tracked into a promoted and permanent role.

Temporary jobs are also great for building experience. Whether you’re just starting out or you’re already a pro, there’s no such thing as too much experience. Different companies operate in different ways, such as utilising technology and software differently, and need staff that can adapt quickly.

Aim for short-term positions from jobs24.com and you’ll also get to work with different companies. Long gone are the days when a chequered CV meant you were seen as a nomad and therefore unreliable. Working in temp roles can actually be a great way to work for some prestigious organisations. While the company can benefit from your talent and skills, you’ll benefit too.

Ever started a position and found the job wasn’t exactly what was advertised? Well, with temporary roles, the likelihood of being diverted into a cul-de-sac is much less. You’re going to be hired to perform a specific function and for a set period of time.

Above all, it’s flexibility that’s becoming more attractive to workers – temporary roles help to keep the nature of the work fresh and challenging.

If you’re seeking a new role, for the short term or the long haul, check out the latest vacancies on jobs24.com.

Posted on September 20, 2019