Younger generations less likely to choose remote-based jobs

A new survey has indicated that it is the younger generations that value the benefits of in-person collaboration the most, and actively seek it in a job role.

Unispace warns that it will be younger workers most impacted if the ‘return to the office’ battle between staff and employers is not resolved soon.

According to the global workplace creation expert, of the 3,000 employees surveyed, 81% of those in the 18-34 age group said they feel disconnected from colleagues in a remote environment.

As Lawrence Mohiuddine, CEO, EMEA at Unispace, explained, with data suggesting that younger generations have a need for in-office collaboration, a resolution to the current battle between employers and employees is needed:

He said, “The debate around the return to the office and the apparent struggle between staff and business leaders is a top news item at the moment, however, it is often overlooked that employees do still value the workplace.”

“While flexibility may be the more widely adopted approach at the moment, that does not mean that the office is no longer needed and there is an ever-growing body of research to demonstrate this.

“What is perhaps being overlooked is just who is potentially missing out while the alleged power struggle continues, and that is our future talent pools. There is so much that cannot be taught to the emerging generation of the workforce in a rigid, virtual world.

“The tips and tricks of the trade picked up from over-hearing more experienced peers in the office or handed down in passing conversations in the corridor are invaluable, and younger demographics recognise this.

“The tug of war between workers and employers that is being portrayed at the moment needs to be resolved – and soon – for the benefit of future talent. Whatever format this compromise takes, I fully believe the office will play a significant role.”

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