Research has found that one in five Australians have changed jobs within the last year and nearly a quarter are considering leaving their jobs. Of those considering changing jobs, more than one in three said the COVID-19 pandemic was a big factor in their decision. “There are a number of theories why the ‘Great Resignation’ might be happening but a heightened sense of mortality and burnout due to extra work particularly among frontline ‘essential’ workers is certainly high on the list,” said Julie Rynski, executive for National Australia Bank (NAB). “Many Australians who are considering changing jobs are also looking for a fresh start, with around three in 10 planning to change industries.” Of those who changed jobs in the past year, the highest was among unskilled workers (37 percent), labourers (29 percent), and other IT and technology workers (28 percent). Lack of personal fulfilment was the top reason for …