Randstad expects to see more movements in the job market once the economy picks up and new employment opportunities arise.
“Some may even switch industries and careers altogether, and will look for job opportunities that are perceived to be more recession-proof or can provide a greater sense of job security, such as in healthcare and technology. Of this number, 24% said they are looking for a career or industry change, 13% said their skills and experience are no longer relevant to their job requirements, while another 15% have been retrenched.
The survey also found that 72% of respondents are willing to take on professional contract or project-based jobs Dass said they “strongly encourage” job seekers to be more flexible and open when looking for a job, noting they have observed more companies offering term-based or project-based roles.