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CHRISTMAS HOLIDAYS - BUT NOT IN THE JOB MARKET!
Forget the seasonal ‘slow-down’ – in this high demand market, Christmas 2007 is no interruption for those wishing to recruit, or indeed those looking to land a new job, according to specialist recruiter Hays.
“While the weeks leading up to Christmas are traditionally slower in terms of candidate and job flow, this year many companies plan to hire new staff in December,” said Emma Charnock, Regional Director of Hays.
“In an increasingly candidate-tight market, many employers want pre-holiday peace of mind, knowing they have the skills they require for the Next Year in place before Christmas.
“In addition, there are many examples of businesses with ambitious growth plans, and open recruitment requirements to facilitate this growth. These businesses will hire a new staff member that matches their specific requirements whenever they become available, and holidays won’t stop an employer from hiring their ideal candidate,” said Emma.
Meanwhile, with the New Year approaching, many individuals re-evaluate their career goals with some eager to change jobs or career paths at this time. According to Hays, this gives companies an opportunity to access a wider pool of candidates who may not have been on the market at other times throughout the year.
The Hays Quarterly Forecast explores areas of candidate demand and hotspots, and is available on this website.
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