Contracting in Liverpool
The city of Liverpool is well-known, mainly due to their
football and industrial heritage. Around 2 million people live in Liverpool and
its city region, this includes Warrington, Wirral and Chester.
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You may think to find work as a contractor would prove more difficult in this area than in the south.
However, this isn’t necessarily the case. There are numerous technology, chemical and engineering companies in the area. This, coupled with its leisure and retail offerings, means that contractors who find work in this area will enjoy their experience. Liverpool was also voted European Capital of Culture in 2008, which brought in a huge amount of investment.
Major Industries
Manufacturing
Tourism
Automotive
Media
Energy
Things to consider when contracting in Liverpool:
Pros
- Excellent transport links
- High rates of pay for industry-specific contractors
- Diverse range of industries
- Lower cost of living than many cities
Cons
- Traffic congestion (however, this is common in most cities)
- Can be extremely busy, making it hard to switch off at the end of the day
- Noisy at times
Typical rates of pay
With such a diverse range of industries in the North West,
typical rates of pay for contractors will, of course, vary depending on an individual’s
skill set. Contractors with specialist skills will be able to secure positions
with a higher day rate.
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