Of all the sectors, the information technology is one that leads the pack when it comes to industry trends. Be it moonlighting, quiet quitting, the industry has many trends.
New Shift in Employment Trends: Rise of Temporary Job Roles in IT Sector: A Shift in Employment Trends
Now, in the recent happenings, there is a notable shift in IT again. As per reports, 12-15 per cent of IT professionals now favour temporary job roles over permanent positions.
This trend is on the rise as working professionals are more keen to land temporary roles as they see them as a gateway to reputable organizations as well as opportunities to diversify their experience while enhancing skills.
The temporary IT professionals are concentrated in the Indian cities like Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Pune, Chennai, Gurugram, and Mumbai. A growing preference among organisations for temporary hires is particularly for project-based, short-term, and non-core roles in areas such as IT infrastructure administration, ERP skills, and software development. Among industries, IT Services leads in adopting the temporary hiring model, followed by consulting and BFSI sectors.
Temporary Hiring in IT Sector: Opportunities and Challenges Ahead, Says Careernet CBO
As per the CBO of Careernet, Neelabh Shukla, CBO, Careernet, said, “Temporary hiring in the IT sector has huge opportunities that can be capitalised by both employers and employees. While professionals can gain flexibility and exposure, companies can access skilled professionals who suit their immediate, short-term, and project-basis requirements. This trend is reshaping the traditional approach to employment in the IT sector.”
He added, “However, there is a need for concentrated efforts to bridge the gap between demand and supply of talent for the right talent in AI and cybersecurity. We are further anticipating a boost in demand for temporary IT roles in Q4 2024-25, with a focus on data, analytics, Salesforce, SAP, and digital skills.” Emerging technologies, including AI and cybersecurity, also present significant opportunities, though the talent supply remains limited. (ANI)
