Lunam et solem Jun 11th, 2015 How to source your next assignment The UK is fast becoming a contractor’s paradise, with many businesses switching on to the benefits a freelancer can bring.… June 11th, 2015 Jun 10th, 2015 Forging the next generation of software developers A leading business organisation has called for children to learn coding and software development in the classroom, in an attempt… June 10th, 2015 Jun 9th, 2015 No election hangover as contractors buck the hiring trend Fears over a slowdown in contractor hiring due to general election uncertainty failed to materialise as temporary agency billings continued… June 9th, 2015 Jun 8th, 2015 Contractors to the rescue as skills crisis deepens Businesses are becoming increasingly reliant on professional contractors, as fears over skill shortages increase. PWC’s annual global CEO survey found… June 8th, 2015 Jun 5th, 2015 Contracting ‘a global phenomenon’ as temp working soars The UK’s contracting revolution is part of a wider global movement that has seen businesses increasingly turn towards freelancers to… June 5th, 2015 Jun 4th, 2015 “Goldilocks effect” triggers surge in contracting popularity A perfect balance of market conditions has helped contracting jump in popularity. Data from the Association of Professional Staffing Companies… June 4th, 2015 Jun 3rd, 2015 Trend-spotting contractors in pole position amid talent scramble Contractors who are able to identify and fill gaps in the market should find themselves in high demand, as businesses… June 3rd, 2015 Jun 2nd, 2015 Interims on a high as demand skyrockets The drive for innovation and change has seen demand for senior interim managers soar in recent years, as businesses strive… June 2nd, 2015 Jun 1st, 2015 90,000 contractors not out At Parasol, we’re always happy to celebrate a major milestone – and this time is no exception. We’re thrilled to… June 1st, 2015 May 29th, 2015 NHS efficiency drive a goldmine for London’s contractors The clamour for cost savings and efficiency has made the health service a rich source of opportunities for London-based contractors.… May 29th, 2015