The job market is tough but there is good news for those in search of their next role.
Seek has analysed patterns in job ads and applications per ad to find out the best months to apply — and also what months there is greater competition.
According to the company’s latest seasonality report, August was the best month for job seekers.
They face less competition as there are more job ads available and fewer applicants vying for the same role.
January is typically the worst month to apply for a role as applications per job ad peak. Similarly, December is not ideal as there are fewer job ads.
Read on to find out what months to apply in, and what months to avoid, by each industry.