Finding a contract role

**andy** · 13 July 2006, 14:56

feckin hell , all the permies have invaded
raise the defences

**Clog II The Avenger** · 13 July 2006, 14:58

Originally posted by Lex

Hi folks,

I am currently a permie and have just started looking for contract roles. My question is what is the best way to look for contract role, is it simply to view sites like jobserve and apply for jobs directly via the website? Or should I send my updated cv to as many agents as possible?

I noticed on jobserve there is a facility to allow registered agencies to gain access to your CV, is this a good idea? Or will I get lots of SPAM/contacted for roles that are not relevant at all?

How many of you have your CV searchable like this?

Any other good tips would be most welcome.

Many thanks.

I got my first contract by looking in the small ads in the back of “Metro”

**Francko** · 13 July 2006, 15:01

Originally posted by Clog II The Avenger

I got my first contract by looking in the small ads in the back of “Metro”

So Burger King didn't want to take permanent staff?

**Clog II The Avenger** · 13 July 2006, 15:05

Originally posted by Francko

So Burger King didn't want to take permanent staff?

How do you know it was Burger King?

**The Lone Gunman** · 13 July 2006, 15:06

Originally posted by Lex

Hi folks,

I am currently a permie and have just started looking for contract roles. My question is what is the best way to look for contract role, is it simply to view sites like jobserve and apply for jobs directly via the website? Or should I send my updated cv to as many agents as possible?

I noticed on jobserve there is a facility to allow registered agencies to gain access to your CV, is this a good idea? Or will I get lots of SPAM/contacted for roles that are not relevant at all?

How many of you have your CV searchable like this?

Any other good tips would be most welcome.

Many thanks.

Wrong thread but I am feeling generous so no slagging.

IMHO you need to be as visible as possible. Post your CV where you can. Browse the job sites every day and apply for anything you think you are suitable for pointing out that you are available for similar positions.

The down side is that the sharks will gather and you will get spammed with all sorts of irrelevant jobs. Some of it is fishing trips by agents looking for contacts and others looking to pad out their list of contractors on their books.
Try not to get sucked in always ask them for a rate, location and job description before answering their questions (avoid answering at all if possible).
Treat anything they tell you with suspicion untill you have proof its true and come back here and read the advice threads or ask questions if unsure.

Make yourself familiar or get a good advisor with regard to IR35 and the conduct of agents act, these two are major issues for you.

Here endeth todays lesson.

Oh yeah, learn to spell or develope a thick skin cos the spelling mafia live here.

**Ruprect** · 13 July 2006, 15:07

I've only ever sent my CV in reference to specific roles on Jobserve - you get enough spam as a result of this endeavour, let alone posting it on the website... however I'm sure you'll find someone here who's had a positive experience doing this...somewhere....maybe?

**Lex** · 13 July 2006, 15:09

Now now! I realise my bad ways and hence have come to the conclusion that the only smart thing to do is go contracting. I have had enough of the politics, ridiculous hours, no reward blah blah. I simply want to do my work and be paid. Surely you can empathise?

PS: This is in response to Andy's reply

**XLMonkey** · 13 July 2006, 15:14

Originally posted by The Lone Gunman

Oh yeah, learn to spell or develope a thick skin cos the spelling mafia live here.

until
today's
develop

**Clog II The Avenger** · 13 July 2006, 15:14

Originally posted by Lex

Now now! I realise my bad ways and hence have come to the conclusion that the only smart thing to do is go contracting. I have had enough of the politics, ridiculous hours, no reward blah blah. I simply want to do my work and be paid. Surely you can empathise?

I’ve published a down loadable book “How to be an IT Contractor” It is only £75. Are you interested?

Finding a contract role