Permanent vs. Contract

Permanent IT roles in higher demand according to research from online recruitment site, The IT Job Board

Permanent IT jobs are in more demand than contract positions, according to research* carried out by The IT Job Board, www.theitjobboard.co.uk.

When surveyed, 56 percent of respondents believed that there was currently more calling for permanent roles, as opposed to 44 percent for IT contract jobs.

61 percent of those surveyed were in contract work, and when asked why they chose this type of role 40 percent advised that it was down to the higher salaries. 39 percent were in permanent IT jobs, and 44 percent of them stated that it was because of the security this work offers.

When asked which types of jobs were most likely to be permanent, 94 percent of respondents believed that it would be IT director and CIO roles. 75 percent stated that consultancy jobs were most likely to be contract positions.

60 percent of those surveyed considered that there would be risks in switching employment too frequently. When asked why they would change jobs, 56 percent said for new challenges, and 51 percent stated it would be for a higher salary.

Alex Farrell, managing director of The IT Job Board, commented: ìIn a turbulent economic environment, many would believe contract roles are in greater demand.

ìIt is positive to see the permanent IT jobs market remains buoyant. Employers continue to advertise permanent and contract positions and, despite the downturn, we are still seeing a great deal of movement in the sector at all levels.î