State of the Market

[uk contractor]

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The wait goes on for UK government to do the same about Tier 2 Visas being used as a cheap labour program.

[jmo21]

I see a lot of RDD - Resume Driven Development

An old boss of mine, when discussing some new tech we were adding to our system, referred to it as "CV enhancing technology"

[SussexSeagull]

Got turned down for something as they found someone more suitable. After nine months os searching going to have to go permanent.

That's it. My contracting career is dead. Please don't send flowers.

[BlasterBates]

Got turned down for something as they found someone more suitable. After nine months os searching going to have to go permanent.

That's it. My contracting career is dead. Please don't send flowers.

Welcome to the club, and good luck

[SussexSeagull]

Welcome to the club, and good luck

I am sure people will be along to tell me how it is all my fault but ultimately the contracts aren't out there anymore.

[BoggyMcCBoggyFace]

Got turned down for something as they found someone more suitable. After nine months os searching going to have to go permanent.

That's it. My contracting career is dead. Please don't send flowers.

I did the switch 4 years ago, its along journey to come to terms with it I'm still having counselling

[europetractor]

Someone pointed out that April/May are historically strong months... well so far 5 days in April are dead quiet.

[silverlight1]

More crap roles like this - rate 50% what it should be and inside IR35!

Apologies in advance if you are not looking for a new position, if this is the case - can you please kindly advise me and I will update your preferences on our system.

If you are looking for a particular type of role and the below is not relevant – please forward on your latest CV (as it is possible we may hold an old CV of yours on our database) & advise what type of role you are looking for.

We are seeking a Programme Manager for our client based in Reading. This is an urgent requirement with a start ASAP.

Due to the service of the role this now be based on an Umbrella solution on a PAYE basis. The role is also inside of IR35.

A proven track record with the following is required -

Prince2
Communication with Stakeholders
Delivering project outcomes within budget restraints
Creating change plans so that areas affected are prepared
This is an initial 3-month contract with the potential to extend.

It will pay up to £350 per day depending upon experience.

[jamesbrown]

Got turned down for something as they found someone more suitable. After nine months os searching going to have to go permanent.

That's it. My contracting career is dead. Please don't send flowers.

Bad luck. You can check out any time you like, but you can never leave

[MrMarkyMark]

More crap roles like this - rate 50% what it should be and inside IR35!

Apologies in advance if you are not looking for a new position, if this is the case - can you please kindly advise me and I will update your preferences on our system.

If you are looking for a particular type of role and the below is not relevant – please forward on your latest CV (as it is possible we may hold an old CV of yours on our database) & advise what type of role you are looking for.

We are seeking a Programme Manager for our client based in Reading. This is an urgent requirement with a start ASAP.

Due to the service of the role this now be based on an Umbrella solution on a PAYE basis. The role is also inside of IR35.

A proven track record with the following is required -

Prince2
Communication with Stakeholders
Delivering project outcomes within budget restraints
Creating change plans so that areas affected are prepared
This is an initial 3-month contract with the potential to extend.

It will pay up to £350 per day depending upon experience.

Might be that way for some.

However, I am seeing PS roles advertised as inside IR35, with higher rates, some more aligned to IB rates.