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Latest IT jobs trends report has just been posted on ITjobswatch.co.uk and makes for some interesting reading. While there is little change in the top-rated technologies or job titles, further down the list shows where the jobs growth and emerging technologies are.   Cloud Computing Many of the growth skills relate to cloud technology such as Azure and AWS (Amazon Web Services) or languages such as Python or Django. Of all the cloud technologies on the list, the most impressive mover was AWS. There are three different entries for AWS in the top 250 entries. ●      AWS Engineer ●      AWS Lambda ●      AWS DevOps ●      AWS Cloud Formation   All three AWS skills have improved on their previous ranking by a minimum of 148 places and in the case of AWS DevOps, a whopping 327 places! The growth in demand for AWS skills applies across the UK with permanent vacancies up in all geographi...

We are spending more time than ever before online, predominantly engaged in Social Media. It's how we form connections, network with others and learn about what is happening at a local and international level. Companies create and control their brand through coordinated Social media activity. As a result, it's easier to engage with a targeted demographic and send your message directly to those you want to hear it. This ability makes social media the perfect addition to an IT recruitment tool kit.   What is Social Recruiting? Social recruiting, also known as social hiring or social media recruiting, is about connecting with potential candidates through the use of social media. It's all about leveraging connections to spread the word and reach candidates that might otherwise be unaware of your job vacancies.   In theory, social media works as follows: You post and share a new vacancy on your company's social media platforms. Your followers and employees the...

Given the unprecedented times we are living through, employment and job security are often at the forefront of our thoughts. The unfortunate combination of Covid and Brexit has left many on furlough, facing redundancy or actively seeking new employment. Due to the current economic downturn and business uncertainty, companies need to maintain employment flexibility. Therefore, an increasing number of available jobs are no longer permanent positions but contract assignments. There are pros and cons to contracting. Some people love the variation, flexibility and higher earnings. In contrast, others prefer the stability of ongoing employment and benefits such as sick leave and holidays. While contracting may not be your first choice, you may find it is the only option available. Here's a quick guide to get you familiar with the basics.   Securing a Contract There are usually two different routes for securing a contract. Either directly through the hiring company or through an IT ...