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Originally posted by Rob283 View PostHi I am considering starting out as programme or project manager on contracting basis. I wondered what those in the £billion pound industry think about the current climate of contracting. Is this still a wise choice considering IR35 and the changes proposed. Or would I be better taking up permanent position. any general advise or considered opinions are greatly appreciated
Even before the virus, the contracting market was being convulsed by IR35 changes in the private sector. That storm will also need months to die down. My advice would be to wait until 2020 before taking the plunge.Comment
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Originally posted by unixman View PostNow isn't the time for a new business venture. Now is the time for wearing a tin hat and crouching under the desk. Check again in a couple of months, it might all be different. In the meantime, if you haven't got a job, I would advise looking for a permanent one.
Even before the virus, the contracting market was being convulsed by IR35 changes in the private sector. That storm will also need months to die down. My advice would be to wait until 2020 before taking the plunge.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by unixman View PostNow isn't the time for a new business venture. Now is the time for wearing a tin hat and crouching under the desk. Check again in a couple of months, it might all be different. In the meantime, if you haven't got a job, I would advise looking for a permanent one.
Even before the virus, the contracting market was being convulsed by IR35 changes in the private sector. That storm will also need months to die down. My advice would be to wait until 2020 before taking the plunge.______________________
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Originally posted by LondonManc View PostWhere? Roles are on hold on the permie side because of the shutdown too.Comment
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Originally posted by Dhrucku View PostI see better permanent roles at the moment compared to contracting / temporary work.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by LondonManc View PostYet you're competing against actual permies - that will be one of the harder parts, even if you're better qualified. Most firms will be wary right now of taking contractors on in permie roles. I know I would be.Comment
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Originally posted by Dhrucku View PostCompanies will take anyone who is open to the salary on offer, it's not like contracting is an option at the moment.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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Originally posted by LondonManc View PostI transitioned from contractor to permie two years ago - even back then, there were major concerns about me using it as a stop-gap.
And which parts did you dislike? (I know I would have some)⭐️ Gold Star ContractorComment
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Originally posted by PerfectStorm View PostWhat were their concerns?
And which parts did you dislike? (I know I would have some)
Their understandable concern was why I wanted to go back perm and I actually didn't have to lie; I had simply had enough of working away and living out of a suitcase.
HR at both places I've worked (I moved on after 18 months in the first permie job) were light touch but politics were an issue at the first place (always look at Glassdoor before you take a permie job somewhere). I'd almost suggest taking a consultancy role to transition yourself back into permie more easily.The greatest trick the devil ever pulled was convincing the world that he didn't existComment
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