Vacancies are rising, but salaries are falling, research finds

Job vacancies in the UK are rising, but the average advertised salary has decreased by £1,800 in the last year, according to research by recruitment company Adzuna.

The Adzuna Job Market Report looks at the jobs advertised across the UK, from more than 300 sources.  The outlook is generally positive, with the number of roles advertised in March 24% higher than 12 months previously.

The number of jobs advertised in March was 5.3% higher than the previous month, with 841,011 roles advertised.  However, the average salary of these positions was £31,818, down from £32,203 in February and over £33,600 in March 2013.

Adzuna co-founder Andrew Hunter believes that as the economy continues to improve, salaries will increase to reflect the healthier labour market. "Output and demand are increasing, and as talent becomes harder to source, employers will need to start increasing wages in order to attract the best staff," he said.

Key Appointments have put together these top ten tips to help if you are applying for a job:

1. So many CVs we see have basic spelling errors – ask a friend to proof read your CV before sending it out

2. Your CV should be clear, concise and should most importantly include accurate employment dates – yes even months

3. Have you spoken to your friends and family about the type of work you are looking for? Spread the word

4. Your personal statement should be tailored to show how you match elements of the job specification

5. Really analyse your past experience and generalise how your skills could relate to various types of positions

6. Practice makes perfect when applying for jobs. Treat each application as a move in the right direction

7. Make sure you include your full contact details at the top of your CV – make it easy to find for an employer!

8. If you know the company name of the role you are applying for then please research the company before applying

9. Read the job description carefully –‘essentials’ are not listed to be ignored – do you match the requirements?

10. Work smarter not harder! Don’t apply for every job– target your applications for roles that suit your skills

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