Month: August 2021

Approximately 25% of the workforce has been employed in contract roles since 1996, following an upward trend that began in the early 1980s. Depending on an organisation’s business model and transformation plans, the use of contractors can vary throughout the year. Although permanent employment within organisations remains indispensable, there are significant benefits that arise from hiring contractors. 

Firstly, organisations can hire for contract roles relatively quickly. The hiring process is typically much shorter compared to that undertaken for permanent roles, as the overarching priority is to hire someone with the appropriate skills to deliver something specific. Hiring a contractor also provides organisations with the ability to evaluate whether there is a long-term need for the role being conducted by the contractor, which may result in opportunities for organisational growth. 

Contractors also provide a high degree of flexibility for organisations. Such employees provide organisations with the ability to respond promptly to changes in market demands and needs as they occur; particularly advantageous in the post- Covid-19 environment. Contract workers are accustomed to working in various locations and for a variety of different teams, therefore they possess the skills required to adapt to changing working conditions.  

Finally, contractors can provide much needed new perspectives for organisations. It may only take one person to completely transform the way a business performs – for the better. The more contractors an organisation hires, the more unique perspectives it will be exposed to and a greater number of opportunities for change will arise. 

At Open Door, we are dedicated to helping our clients find the most suitable candidates for their contract roles so that they can make the best decisions for their teams’ make-up. 

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Following the challenges of a job economy that was abruptly impacted by COVID-19 and the sudden reality of a workforce that is predominantly remote, the hiring budgets of previous years have disappeared, and contract roles are in high demand across many industries in Australia. 

For candidates that are seeking long-term job security, contract roles may seem like the last resort. However, when these roles are viewed with an open mind, it becomes clear that they can provide numerous benefits that should not be overlooked. 

Firstly, contract roles provide the opportunity for individuals to develop new skills quickly and gain valuable workforce experience within a relatively short period of time. As part of the permanent staff for any company, employees may find that the work becomes repetitive over time. A contract role is likely to offer an experience that is particularly diverse and fast paced; perfect for those individuals that want to expand their skillset and be constantly learning on the job. 

Contracting also has the potential to provide employees with a greater number of networking opportunities compared to those experienced within permanent roles. By moving through multiple companies as a contractor, individuals inevitably become exposed to more people and are presented with more opportunities for interaction. If time is taken to properly embrace these opportunities, individuals can walk away with a diverse network that they may not have otherwise been able to cultivate. 

Finally, contract roles provide a high degree of flexibility. Individuals can pick the clients that they wish to work with and also have the freedom to choose the contracts that best suit their specific needs, whether it be based on duration or location. 

Here at Open Door, we are committed to helping candidates connect with the most suitable clients, ensuring that they have the best chance of finding the role that’s right for them. 

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