Why you should not write off temporary positions when looking for a job

Why can temporary work be a good option?

Temporary employment happens when an employer needs someone in a specific role for a limited and defined time.
For employers, temporary workers are especially attractive from a financial perspective, given the costs associated with hiring full-time employees.
From the candidates' point of view, a temporary position allows you to gain relevant experience with various employers and corporate cultures. The brain is a muscle. So even in a temporary job you are exercising your skills. 

There are many advantages of doing temporary work:

Gain experience

Whether you are looking for a job after your studies, making a career change, or simply looking for a job, temporary employment is actually a good way to gain experience in a position, an area, a sector, etc.
This way you can get to know several sectors and jobs in a relatively short time, and your networking can expand with each temporary job. You will be left with a greater insight into what motivates you and a greater vision of your main strengths to pursue your professional goals.
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Fill in the gaps between two contracts

Temporary positions can also be a solution for experienced professionals in uncertain times like these we are currently experiencing. If you are unemployed, you can avoid a gap on your resume by taking a temporary job, showing that you have not been idle. However, always know how to justify a period of unemployment on your resume.
Make sure you always stay connected with your network of contacts, not just when you are looking for a new opportunity. Create good relationships with your co-workers even if you know it is a short collaboration. Know who and how you should ask for professional references. 

Agility

If you're in a situation where you must work part-time or you know you won't be available for a certain period of time, temporary positions can be the solution. It helps you to manage your own time. It is also easier to apply for a leave notice for a temporary position compared to a permanent position, allowing you more flexibility.
You can achieve a better work-life balance as you will have more control over the hours you work in the first place. Show commitment, enthusiasm and flexibility at all times, as if it were a full-time job.
Exceed expectations. As you are new to the job and bring experiences from other organisations, you can easily see ways to make processes more efficient and effective. Be proactive, make a list of ideas and suggestions and share them with your line manager. Identify for example a gap you could fill with your work.

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Opening the way

Sometimes companies open a vacancy as a temporary contract and end up recruiting the temporary worker on a permanent contract. These experiences are a great way to show your commitment to the company and be able to show your professional value.
Being already in the company can give you an advantage over other candidates when it comes to applying for a permanent vacancy that may arise in the company. It has been proven to be a really effective way to get hired for a permanent position.
Make sure you can be considered when recruiters are ready to fill permanent positions.

If you are looking for a temporary position, contact Fed Finance - temporary and permanent recruitment company for accounting and finance positions. Send us your spontaneous application or browse our job offers.