New research from Monster.ie shows that with Irelandís employment rate continuing to rise, many people plan to look for new career opportunities this year. Recent CSO figures reveal that 67% of the population aged 15 to 64 are working. This trend is also clear from todayís unemployment rate, which at 4.3% is one of the lowest in Europe.
Previously people were unsure as to whether it was safe to look for a new job. A rising employment rate has given the Irish a new found confidence and dissatisfied workers are now deciding to move on.
The Monster Meter investigated whether those long lunch breaks and doctorís appointments were hints that your colleagues may be out job hunting. 31,780 Monster users participated in the recent poll in Europe, when asked do you plan to change your job this year?
60% said definitely, the sooner the better!
28% said I am thinking about it
5% said No, I am quite happy with my job
7% said I see no reason to change
The Irish people voted on Monster.ie site revealed the following:
47% said definitely, the sooner the better!
20% said I am thinking about it
2% said No, I am quite happy with my job
31% said I see no reason to change
47% of Irish respondents who took part want to change employment very soon and 20% are thinking about it. So why are so many Irish looking to change jobs? 2005 is the year of the employee, explains Alan Townsend, Managing Director of Monster UK and Ireland. The Irish unemployment rate is very low and employment is performing at a good pace. There are lots of opportunities out there at the moment and people are starting to realise that and this is clear to see when we look at the number of applicants increasing on the Monster.ie website.
When it comes to changing jobs this year 60% of the respondents across Europe revealed they want to change jobs. The Spaniards are the keenest with 72% hoping to move as soon as possible. The desire to change was also very high in The UK and Italy at 70% and 66% respectively. The Belgians proved to be the most satisfied nation in Europe, with 10% claiming they were content in their current jobs.
47% of Irish plan to change job this year
The employment rate has increased, but are workers really satisfied?
