1.8 million job applications made in first two weeks of September as Britain returns to work. September is proving to be a popular time once more for both job vacancies and applications with the annual job influx well underway.
- 20% increase in jobs advertised in the first two weeks of September compared with the previous two weeks.
- IT and consultancy positions have seen the highest hike in job applications compared to last year.
- YoY data shows job applications are up 5% in the UK.
New information announced by totaljobs (for the period 1st-14thSeptember) has revealed that there were 1.8 million job applications made in the first two weeks of September. This signifies a 12% increase from the last two weeks of August.
The number of vacancies advertised on totaljobs was also up 20% on the last fortnight of August with over 105,000 new roles posted, showing that supply is outstripping demand as we near full employment. However, businesses don’t need to worry yet, as there has been a 5% year on year increase in applications.
IT and consultancy roles have seen the greatest upturn in job applications compared to September 2017 – 125% and 197% respectively. Meanwhile, traditional industries sustained in popularity. Applications increased 35%YOY in manufacturing roles and 18% YOY in the construction industry.
Top 5 UK industries by YoY application growth:
- Consultancy – 197%
- IT and Technology – 125%
- Design – 87%
- Science – 70%
- Banking – 41%
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