Easter’s a time to hunt for eggs, not jobs. Right?

Not necessarily!

Easter is the ideal time to look for a new role…

It’s the start of a new financial year: As you know, the financial year ends on 31st March. That means bonuses, salary reviews, and new budgets across the board – key issues that could well mean the difference between someone staying with a company or making a switch. Potential vacancies are ripe in the weeks that follow.

Competition is lower: Most people have holidays booked, are taking care of their kids, or are just putting their feet up. Add into the mix that people are relaxing after the January-February jobs market rush, and you’ve got a real lull period. In short, that means for any roles that do come up over the Easter break, competition will be reduced.

More contract-to-hire work: Many organisations will be looking to hire contract staff from the springtime onwards. This will generally be to fill the gaps left by extended holidays and sabbaticals.

You’ll enjoy an easier transitional period: With more absences and a steadily increasing inclination to nip to the pub at lunchtime (weather permitting), Easter tends to be a slightly more relaxed time of the year. So if you do land a new job over Easter, it will probably mean fewer meetings, fewer deadlines, and fewer new names to learn!

The process may be simpler: Given there’ll be more people taking holidays, there’s every chance employers will want to streamline their recruitment processes. A gruelling multi-stage interview process might suddenly become a bit more condensed!

Renewed Budgets: The financial year runs from the 1st of April to the 31st of March every year. Spring brings a renewal of projects, making it an ideal time for tech professionals to explore new opportunities.

Lower Competition, Higher Job Openings: After the rush of January and February, March and April see a decrease in competition as people take advantage of holidays. This means more opportunities for job seekers in the tech industry.

Tips for Optimising Your Hunt for Tech Jobs at Easter:

Figure Out Your Work Goals: Evaluate what you want from your next role, whether it’s a change of direction or advancement in your current field.

Explore Options for Contract or Permanent Employment: Consider the advantages and disadvantages of each and decide what suits your current situation.

Optimise Your LinkedIn: Update your LinkedIn profile and utilise features like the “open to work” setting to increase your visibility to potential employers.

Contact a Recruitment Agency: We can offer valuable support and insights, especially for those with specific requirements or niche skill sets.

Easter may not be the most common time to search for a new tech job, but it presents unique opportunities for those looking to move.