• Visitors can check out the Forum FAQ by clicking this link. You have to register before you can post: click the REGISTER link above to proceed. To start viewing messages, select the forum that you want to visit from the selection below. View our Forum Privacy Policy.
  • Want to receive the latest contracting news and advice straight to your inbox? Sign up to the ContractorUK newsletter here. Every sign up will also be entered into a draw to WIN £100 Amazon vouchers!

European companies still don't pay enough to attract Uk contractors to EU

Collapse
X
  •  
  • Filter
  • Time
  • Show
Clear All
new posts

    European companies still don't pay enough to attract Uk contractors to EU

    I'm getting tired of explaining this to recruiters, when will they understand I want at least a 20-30% premium on my UK day rate for the hassle.

    #2
    Originally posted by KentDogWalker View Post
    I'm getting tired of explaining this to recruiters, when will they understand I want at least a 20-30% premium on my UK day rate for the hassle.
    Its all right there are plenty of cut price bremoaners already over there.

    My Country I'm right out of here.
    Last edited by vetran; 27 June 2017, 12:31.
    Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.

    Comment


      #3
      Originally posted by KentDogWalker View Post
      I'm getting tired of explaining this to recruiters, when will they understand I want at least a 20-30% premium on my UK day rate for the hassle.
      Their argument is living costs tend to be cheaper in the EU.

      However they tend to advertise expensive places....
      "You’re just a bad memory who doesn’t know when to go away" JR

      Comment


        #4
        And why should they want UK contractors? They will pay a rate to attract people - whether they come from UK or anywhere else.

        The UK is going to have to fight for its place in the world.

        Comment


          #5
          Perhaps because you're thinking in £'s. Albeit UK agents I've noticed also charge more % for their services.

          Hays are pretty decent if you find yourself a good contact. Have negotiated deals in the past with them.
          "Never argue with stupid people, they will drag you down to their level and beat you with experience". Mark Twain

          Comment


            #6
            Originally posted by SueEllen View Post
            Their argument is living costs tend to be cheaper in the EU.

            However they tend to advertise expensive places....
            yes but you have to pay a premium otherwise you Get Spooter as your neighbour.
            Always forgive your enemies; nothing annoys them so much.

            Comment


              #7
              Originally posted by scooterscot View Post
              Perhaps because you're thinking in £'s. Albeit UK agents I've noticed also charge more % for their services.

              Hays are pretty decent if you find yourself a good contact. Have negotiated deals in the past with them.
              With the pound tanking, it might make UK contractors more attractive.

              Comment


                #8
                Originally posted by SueEllen View Post
                Their argument is living costs tend to be cheaper in the EU.

                However they tend to advertise expensive places....
                Apart from Ireland....

                Comment


                  #9
                  Originally posted by stek View Post
                  Apart from Ireland....
                  I think you missed the word "tend" in my sentences.

                  Agents tend to contact me about Ireland, Nordic countries and the expensive parts of Germany then wonder why I ignore them.
                  "You’re just a bad memory who doesn’t know when to go away" JR

                  Comment


                    #10
                    Originally posted by SueEllen View Post
                    I think you missed the word "tend" in my sentences.

                    Agents tend to contact me about Ireland, Nordic countries and the expensive parts of Germany then wonder why I ignore them.
                    On iPhone, in Croydon office, on conf call with 12 US-based Bobs....

                    So yeah, missed it!

                    Comment

                    Working...
                    X