Job Insecurity and Life Courses

Sonia Bertolini (University of Turin), Valentina Goglio (University of Turin), Dirk Hofäcker (University of Duisburg-Essen)

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Bristol University Press
29 February 2024

Sociology: work & labour; Working patterns & practices

The relationship between unstable work careers and family transitions into adult life can vary according to the personal circumstances of individuals, as well as the welfare state system of the country.

Drawing from interviews and survey data across the EU and the UK, this in-depth study explores how worker instability is perceived and experienced, and how this 'perception' in turn affects individuals' economic and social situation. Using intersectional analysis and a unique focus on different life stages, the authors identify groups who are more prone to labour market risks and describe their relative disadvantage.

This powerful study will inform policy measures internationally in several social domains related to work, employment and society.

By: Sonia Bertolini (University of Turin), Valentina Goglio (University of Turin), Dirk Hofäcker (University of Duisburg-Essen)
Imprint: Bristol University Press
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Edition: Abridged edition
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781529208726
ISBN 10: 1529208726
Pages: 216
Publication Date: 29 February 2024
Audience: Professional and scholarly , General/trade , Undergraduate , ELT Advanced
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Active

Sonia Bertolini is Associate Professor at the Department of Culture, Politics and Society of the University of Turin. Valentina Goglio is Assistant Professor at the Department of Cultures, Politics and Society of the University of Turin. Dirk Hofaecker is Professor of Quantitative Methods of Empirical Social Research of the University of Duisburg-Essen.

Reviews for Job Insecurity and Life Courses

“This excellent volume offers a unique life-course perspective on job insecurity in contemporary Europe. It provides a rich collection of empirical data and analyses of how job insecurity differs for entry-level, mid-career and older workers in different welfare regimes. The book describes the relationship of objective labour market conditions (e.g. the increasing use of fixed-term contracts) and the subjective strategies of individuals who have to make decisions in situations of job insecurity. It is a must-read for labour market researchers, students, practitioners and policy makers.” Hans-Peter Blossfeld, University of Bamberg “An innovative and impressive piece of research, based on significant quantitative and qualitative data, which shows how objective and subjective job insecurity is determined both by age and by different European institutional regimes.” Emilio Reyneri, University of Milan Bicocca