Precarious Work

Precarious Work - (adjective + noun)

Definition

This is typically used to describe work that is insecure - for example fixed-term work and temporary agency work. It is is also used to describe employment that doesn’t have proper social security coverage.

Extra

Source: Adapted from Eurofound
Example of Use: Many people in precarious work have great difficulty organising loans as they don’t have stable, long-term income.