Agency Workers Appealing to Employers

Approximately half of employers (52%) are planning to recruit agency staff in the next quarter, whilst 48% aim to do so over the next four to twelve months, according a survey by the Recruitment and Employment Confederation (REC).

The JobsOutlook monthly survey of employers also found that:

- 81% of employers intend to take on permanent staff over the next three months;

- 34% of employers say they need to recruit new staff in order to meet increasing business demands, rising from 25% at the end of 2013; and

- 61% of employers claim not to have reduced their workforce costs over the last year.

Commenting on the survey, Kate Shoesmith, REC, Head of Policy said: "Business confidence continues to grow and it is excellent news to see employers planning to hire more people on permanent contracts for the rest of 2014."

For more information on the Recruitment and Employment Confederation or to view the JobsOutlook Survey of Employers, please visit: https://www.rec.uk.com/news-and-policy/press-releases/rec-jobsoutlook-8-out-of-10-employers-plan-to-create-permanent-jobs

Planning to Increase Workforce with Permanent or Agency Staff?

Increasing the size of your workforce is a big commitment. To discuss the legal implications of taking on agency and or permanent staff and the rights both are entitled to, contact Aberdeen Employment Law completing our online enquiry form. You can also call 01224 370 208.