A new survey has revealed that although most employers have a high regard for PAYE umbrella company contractors, a significant number have an antediluvian opinion of them.
Hudson recruitment agency researched 700 employers and discovered that 14% thought contractors were less loyal than their permanent counterparts. On the positive side, the recruiter found that 28% of employers believed umbrella and limited company contractors were more productive than full-time members of staff.
The survey also polled contractors and found that 77% said they exhibited high levels of loyalty, regardless of the length of their placement. More than 50% thought their permanent counterparts were on a par with them when it came to productivity.
As far as demonstrating a willingness to participate in work-related social activities goes, there appears to be no difference between contractors and permanent staff. Interestingly, 10% of contractors would be happy to take on a role with less money if the work was more interesting.
Mike Game, the CEO of Hudson Europe, said employers could take heart from the survey results. Bosses are relying more and more on contractors during these turbulent times and the research findings show that they are more than just a productivity asset.
Despite the new Agency Worker Regulations, contractors demonstrate strong motivation from day one and are keen to fit in with the social fabric of the organisation. Game also pointed out that employers appear to be underestimating the commitment and loyalty of their temporary workforce.
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