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TOP STORIESGUEST COMMENT: Why it’s time to move Down Under9 November 2009By Rachel Baldy COMMENTSI'm here in Sydney, let me tell you I can't wait to get back to the UK. Small market even smaller mindsets, not worth it unless you really can't get ANYTHING in the UK. Read all comments »Since the financial crisis erupted in 2007, we’ve been seen increasing numbers of British-based people seeking to move to Australia and New Zealand.
Hays now has up to 200 enquiries a week in the UK from people seeking work in Australia and New Zealand. 20% of these are people from Australia and New Zealand who have used the downturn to reassess their priorities and decided they’d rather be closer to their families, or who can’t find opportunities here. But 60% are people from the UK and Ireland who are looking for new lives Down Under.
The appeal of the Antipodes is clear. Australia is the only developed country that has not technically entered a recession; this, coupled with its appealing weather and lifestyle has made it an increasingly popular choice for British migrants looking to flee the challenging British employment market. According to our latest research, the number of Brits seeking jobs in Australia and New Zealand has risen by 20% in the past year. The Australian employment market is comparatively buoyant and there remains a demand for people with specialist skill sets. Headcount freezes are lifting and we are beginning to see more vacancies for short and long-term temporary staff to work on new projects or to clear backlogs. Employers are starting to recruit staff that can drive more revenue, minimise risk and improve business processes. The focus is namely on replacement or restructuring hires. In particular, international companies are looking for professionals with experience of business turnarounds.
British professionals considering a relocation need to investigate their sector and gain an understanding of if and where their skills are needed. Unfortunately, it is largely only individuals with very specialist skills who will be able to get through the strict immigration policies.
Cost accountants, financial and commercial analysts and internal auditors are all currently in demand within the commercial sector. Supervisors, managers and senior managers are in demand across taxation and business services. The public sector seeks management accountants with public sector experience, systems accountants and processing staff. For further information, contact Rachel Baldy at Hays Globalink (Rachel.Baldy@Hays.com).
COMMENTSDavid, Investment Banking / M & A, Mon 09 Nov 09I'm here in Sydney, let me tell you I can't wait to get back to the UK. Small market even smaller mindsets, not worth it unless you really can't get ANYTHING in the UK. USA or Europe maybe a better bet.
GG, Equities, Tue 10 Nov 09To summarise the facts in the article:
noone, Accounting & Finance, Tue 10 Nov 09'Australia is the only developed country that has not technically entered a recession'...where did you get this? Au has been affected from the recession big time. -work in Asia-. if you are aussie or kiwi and want to go back for family reason ok but to find a job or a better one don't think would be the right time now unless you have 'specialist skills set'= picking fruits / cooking good pasta. Add your comment »GG, Equities, Tue 10 Nov 09Technically Oz did not go into recession, but if you work in finance it may as well have. I have bulge bracket London City experience on my CV and good qual's, but not even close to getting a job at the moment. Australia is too small and too well networked in times like this to rely on anything but who you know...unless you want to work in the back office or in some drab accounting function, which recruiters like the one who wrote this article will try and push you into.
Tie me kangaroo down sport, Information Technology, Tue 10 Nov 09Karma is a bitch innit?
Kv, FX & Money Markets, Tue 10 Nov 09Australia was saved from recession by China's stimulus packages. Once the property and stock bubbles pop in China, the ripples will spread across Asia.
Elle, Capital Markets, Tue 10 Nov 09International experience does not count for anything down here. I'm an expat that returned in August. After three months of pounding the pavement, I managed to get a job, in Asia. If you're in London, stay where you are because, although bleak, your prospects are better there than in Australia. Add your comment » |
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