Adecco sees HR, IT and the Olympics providing 2012 growth
23 October 2012
The HR and IT sectors will lead gradual job growth in the UK in 2012, with the Olympics a likely welcome boost to the jobs market, according to Adecco.
Mon, 23 Jan 2012The HR and IT sectors will lead gradual job growth in the UK in 2012, with the Olympics a likely welcome boost to the jobs market, according to Adecco.
Adecco’s Job Watch survey showed a considerable hiring slowdown late last year, with the retail sector seeing a surprise decline in temporary roles in December despite the festive season - although permanent roles in the retail sector did rise.
The survey showed “tentative growth” in the HR and IT markets in late 2011, with all sectors showing a high level of competition between jobseekers.Steven Kirkpatrick, managing director of Adecco, says: “There are still jobs out there, and it is important that jobseekers do not give up and boost their chances of finding a job by successfully selling their skills, considering all options and seeking out opportunities.
“The tens of thousands of jobs created by the Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide individuals with the potential to apply for jobs outside of their usual industry, helping them to explore new interests and gain new skills and experience.”
Adecco’s Job Watch survey showed a considerable hiring slowdown late last year, with the retail sector seeing a surprise decline in temporary roles in December despite the festive season - although permanent roles in the retail sector did rise.
The survey showed “tentative growth” in the HR and IT markets in late 2011, with all sectors showing a high level of competition between jobseekers.Steven Kirkpatrick, managing director of Adecco, says: “There are still jobs out there, and it is important that jobseekers do not give up and boost their chances of finding a job by successfully selling their skills, considering all options and seeking out opportunities.
“The tens of thousands of jobs created by the Olympic and Paralympic Games will provide individuals with the potential to apply for jobs outside of their usual industry, helping them to explore new interests and gain new skills and experience.”
