Why you should consider contract staffing in 2023 and beyond?

Why you should consider contract staffing in 2023 and beyond?

Hiring temporary staff makes loads of business sense for several organizations. Most sectors see a rise in business a minimum of a couple of times a year and require a lot of resources to fulfil the demand. Likewise, there are times that talent managers are compelled to hire short-term resources to step in for team members who are away, or otherwise to fill an open role temporarily or quickly.

For job seekers, the main distinction between a temporary contract and permanent employment is that with temporary employment it is easier to switch jobs and move on. Candidates choose temping for various reasons. For example, students often choose to temp to get valuable practical career experience and use it as a stepping-stone to their career ladder. Early career opportunists will often stay on as temp until they can build a concrete career plan or decide on their chosen path. Middle to senior management professionals chose contract staffing to leverage greater flexibility, contest lesser competition and build continuity in their career while pursuing other passions.

Busting contractual role myths

Did you know that most of the working population in India still have many misconceptions about the nature of employment contract roles? Allow us to take you through a few of them we come across during our interactions with several job seekers and the varied talent pool.

Myth 1: Contract roles do not provide job security

This is one of the major concerns we hear from candidates.

If we ask you a question- “How many years would you want to work in a company?”

Your answer would be one or two years or, let's say, five?

"Did you know the average time a candidate works in a company is one to two years?

Contract roles give you the exact opposite; these roles typically last anywhere from 6 months to 2 years. An employer cannot terminate you before the contract ends. It comes with the added benefits of getting converted into their payroll if you perform very well. Switching jobs becomes extremely easy with contract roles; it comes with an added benefit of quick salary hikes within short durations.

Myth 2: Contract roles do not provide benefits

Well, it's the opposite. There is a common misconception that contract roles do not provide benefits. Contrary to that belief, contract roles can be very beneficial depending on the company you are associated with and the payroll. You can avail all benefits provided for permanent roles and more while working with Adecco. Adecco provides tremendous contract employment benefits for you and your family; You also save a great deal of tax liability.

Myth 3: Contract roles are not flexible

Contract roles can offer you tremendous flexibility and work-life harmony. Considering our recent pandemic experience, most companies are offering a hybrid work environment or complete work from home. Take up the role you like, and these can provide you with better pay. If you are an independent contractor who likes exploring, this will be the perfect opportunity for you. Contract roles are for a fixed period; and it will give you a chance to take a vacation or pursue your passion, hobbies, or do something you want to do or have been putting off for quite some time once the contract ends. It will help you plan your career in phases and work smartly.

Myth 4: What happens when the contract ends?

We know what you're thinking... What happens when the contract ends? Once your contract ends, the employer may choose to convert you to their payroll and might want you to continue working with the same company. This is up to you now; you have various options; you can choose to upskill yourself or try out other roles you're interested in.

With Adecco’s advanced contract staffing services you have several options to work in multiple industries or work for your dream company. One of the added advantages of working with Adecco is, that even prior to your contract ending our recruiters will connect with you and provide newer opportunities based on your preference and subsequent work experience.

Associated with a company like Adecco provides you with the flexibility of working with various big names in the market. What if you are upskilled or want to explore various roles, or if you're going to make a career switch or restart your career? With us, you can choose your next move carefully and calculated; we present various temporary staffing solutions and opportunities for your growth.