A new survey has revealed that 40% of UK workers are planning to change jobs this year, with many already on the lookout for new work.
Robert Half’s latest Candidate Sentiment Survey shows that salary seems to be a main driver for those looking to move jobs with 45% of workers saying they want a higher wage.
Flexible working is another important factor, with 29% of workers saying they want more freedom in the workplace. Half of those surveyed also say they wouldn’t work for a business that didn’t have the same values as them.
Matt Weston, Senior Managing Director UK & Ireland, at Robert Half at Robert Half, commented on the findings, “The UK’s labour market has faced significant challenges and upheaval over the last few years, but the sentiment of candidates remains resilient.
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“The combination of skills shortages and a cost-of-living crisis is causing some employees to jump ship for a pay boost, with the younger generation leading the way.
“While there has been a slight slowdown in planned job moves, this latest data shows that people are still confident in their ability to find new employment opportunities this year.
“What is certainly of note for employers, though, are the figures related to non-financial incentives. With workers indicating a desire for not only flexible working options but also a synergy between their values and those of their employer, firms will need to be able to offer more than just a salary boost if they are to source the right resources on a long-term basis.”
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