Workers ring changes on first day back

JOB applications are set to surge today as people decide to make a change after returning to work.

In 2016 there was a 60 per cent rise in people applying for jobs on the first day back in work, and experts predict the trend will carry on this year.

Nick Gold, chief executive of Jobsite, said: ‘Rather than using time off to find their next role, candidates are stepping up their job searches once they return.

‘We see an exceptional spike on the first working Monday as professionals begin to action their New Year’s resolutions.’

But there is also a large spike in applications on Christmas Day.

‘Clearly job seekers are finding time between opening presents and eating the turkey to find their next job,’ said Mr Gold.