enquanto Covid-19 pode ter feito uma pausa na normalidade por enquanto, e significou que muitas pessoas no Reino Unido estão em falha ou fora do trabalho, novas pesquisas de TotalJobs has found that two thirds of workers are using this time to re-evaluate their career.
In fact, 1 in 5 (19%) of those not currently working due to the virus are using this time to plan, search for and find a new career in a different industry to the one they currently work, or worked, in. Those considering a career change by working in a different industry are driven by a desire to learn new skills or challenge themselves (51%), gain a better work-life balance (43%) or have increased job security (32%).
Recent developments have meant 1 in 5 (22%) UK workers have realised that their current role isn’t for them. Overall half of UK workers (50%) expect they’ll make a career change within the next two years, equating to nearly 16.6 million workers switching industry in that time. In addition, Totaljobs data shows that 43% hope to make a career move as soon as possible, while 23% plan to do so within the next year
Confiança entre incerteza
Outros já tiveram que fazer uma mudança de carreira fora de necessidade. Notícias da ex-equipe da companhia aérea usando seu treinamento de primeiros socorros em hospitais ou trabalhadores de hospitalidade que encontram trabalho temporário como motoristas de entrega mostraram como as empresas e os trabalhadores do Reino Unido se adaptaram à situação em constante mudança. Destes, (67%) acreditam que as habilidades que eles já tinham eram úteis. Como resultado, o mesmo número acredita que agora tem uma melhor compreensão do valor de suas habilidades. Essa experiência significou que mais da metade (52%) dos trabalhadores pretende permanecer em sua nova indústria, independentemente das restrições de covid-19. O surto de Covid-19, três quartos das empresas do Reino Unido enfrentaram habilidades ou escassez de mão-de-obra. A pesquisa sobre o "mercado de transferências" mostra que o crossover entre as indústrias de recrutamento de habilidades está atento, desde a comunicação e o trabalho em equipe até a experiência mecânica ou de direção. Isso significa que os prestadores de cuidados, atualmente procurando contratar mais funcionários, podem encontrar habilidades relevantes como paciência e solução de problemas em candidatos que podem não ter trabalhado em atendimento-mas adquiriram habilidades transferíveis de outro setor.
According to the research, 7% of people have already started work in a different industry, after being displaced due to Covid-19. Of these, (67%) believe the skills they already had were of use. As a result, the same number believe they now have a better understanding of the value of their skillset.
With this, over half (55%) were surprised to find the transition across industries was smooth, while 56% say the change was welcome as they were intending to work in a different industry anyway. This experience has meant that over half (52%) of workers intend on staying in their new industry, regardless of Covid-19 restrictions lifting.
Hearing stories from those who have already changed industries has inspired others, with 22% of people claiming they are now more aware of how they could use their own professional skillset in a new setting.
Hiring for skills, not experience
In the months and years prior to the outbreak of Covid-19, three quarters of UK businesses have faced skills or labour shortages.[1] Some industries have paused hiring or have furloughed staff, while others have seen a surge in demand following the outbreak.
In-demand industries include social care, logistics, retail, IT and engineering. The research into the ‘Transfer Market’ shows the crossover between the skills recruiting industries are on the look out for, from communication and teamwork, to mechanical or driving experience.
Compatible industries include Human Resources and Social Care, where there’s a 55% crossover in the skills sought after by employers in these sectors. This means that care providers, currently looking to mass-hire more staff, can find relevant skills like patience and problem solving in candidates who may not have worked in care – but have picked up transferable skills from another industry.
Da mesma forma, os empregadores do setor de logística podem procurar candidatos de outros setores, incluindo vendas (uma correspondência de 47%), onde habilidades transferíveis, incluindo treinamento e organização. Isso pode ajudar as empresas de logística a atender à crescente demanda. viu um aumento na demanda por funcionários como resultado do Covid-19. Para aqueles que fizeram recrutamento em pausa, é importante se comunicar adequadamente com seus funcionários e fazer o possível para apoiá -los. Um terço das pessoas diz que sua percepção de seu empregador mudou com base em sua resposta ao CoVID-19, com 1 em 4 se sentindo mais fiel à sua empresa como resultado. Perspectivas que também têm as habilidades relevantes para o sucesso. ”
This is reflected in the job market, as in April, the average number of applications for vacancies in logistics rose by 159%, while in social care this rose by 20% on Totaljobs.
Jon Wilson, CEO of Totaljobs said: “Industries including social care, logistics, IT, retail and engineering have seen a surge in demand for staff as a result of Covid-19. The need to adapt to the current situation means many businesses have had to speed up their recruitment process and quickly train new staff up so they can begin work. By tapping into new talent pools from industries full of workers with transferable skills, businesses are more likely to see new staff hit the ground running.
“However, not all businesses are in a position to hire at the moment. For those who have put recruitment on pause, it’s important to properly communicate with your employees and do what you can to support them. A third of people say their perception of their employer has changed based on their response to Covid-19, with 1 in 4 feeling more loyal to their company as a result.
“Covid-19 has changed the game for now but in the future, businesses will need to continue plugging skills shortages and think outside the box when it comes to hiring. By looking out for transferable skills rather than a certain amount of experience in your industry, employers will find fresh talent with new perspectives who also have the relevant skills for success.”
Empregadores em assistência social, logística, varejo, TI e engenharia podem recrutar candidatos dos setores listados aqui. More general advice is available aqui.
Candidatos que estão considerando uma mudança de carreira podem chamar a atenção para algumas de suas habilidades mais transferíveis em seu currículo, listadas aqui.
