Permanent roles offer a different set of benefits. For many people, job security, career progression, paid holidays, pension contributions and ongoing training are important considerations. Becoming part of a business over a number of years also gives you the opportunity to influence projects from start to finish and build long-term relationships with colleagues.
Neither path suits everyone.
I’ve spoken to contractors who have decided they’re ready for the stability of a permanent role after starting a family. Equally, I’ve worked with permanent employees who wanted to broaden their experience by moving into contract work for a period of time.
Your priorities can change as your career develops, and that’s perfectly normal.
The important thing is to think beyond the headline rate of pay. Consider the whole package, the type of work you’ll be doing, the opportunities available and the lifestyle each option offers. Sometimes the role with the lower salary turns out to be the better long-term career move, while in other situations a contract position provides exactly the experience or flexibility someone is looking for.
At ASL Technical, we recruit for both contract and permanent positions, so our advice is always based on finding the option that’s right for the individual rather than steering people towards one type of role.
Final Thought
Don’t ask whether contract or permanent is better. Ask which one is the better fit for your career, your circumstances and your long-term goals.
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