Graduate job chances 'out there' - graduate jobs

Graduates looking to gain a foothold in today's jobs market may have to lower their expectations to make sure they make the most of what is on offer, a leading human resources firm has claimed.

People Risk Solutions said that many businesses have had to rein in spending on salaries and recruitment as a result of the economic downturn which has taken hold across much of the globe.

Managing director Andrew Pullman said: "Graduate unemployment is at a high so that new graduates are also competing with previous intakes. However, as long as graduates are prepared to be flexible with their first job there are still opportunities out there."

The private sector, especially the areas of planning, economics and marketing, would be a wise choice for current university leavers seeking out job opportunities, Mr Pullman said.

He added: "The issue for most firms now is how much should they invest when they are trying to keep the business afloat."

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