Career Development
Upskilling = Retention
93% would stay longer if their employer invested in their careers
17% say their company gives them a clear career path
Examples: Mentoring, apprenticeships, conferences payment support.
Health & Wellbeing
91% of workers feel stress
76% say mental health benefits are “critical” in job decisions
33% rank private medical cover as top benefit
Examples: EAPs, gym memberships, private medical insurance/health cash plans.
Financial Benefits
Rising cost of living = rising expectations
28% would stay for stronger financial support
30% want better pension contributions
Examples: Salary sacrifice, investment opportunities, enhanced workplace pension.
Flexibility & Paid Leave
Flexibility is now a dealbreaker
71% say flexible hours are essential when considering jobs
80% feel more committed to their employer with flexible family-friendly policies
Examples: extending paid leave, flexitime, enhanced annual leave.
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