Recruiting | Two-thirds of candidates apply for new jobs on current bosses' time

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Two-thirds of candidates apply for new jobs on current bosses' time

New data reveals that job-seekers prefer to apply for new jobs while on the clock at their current workplace.

Monday to Wednesday, between midday and 4PM is the most popular time for job hunters to seek new opportunities (21%); with most candidates applying on Monday at 2PM - the peak job-seeking moment.

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