The truth behind why employees leave The key to attracting and retaining high calibre employees in the UK

People – not products – are ultimately behind the success of an organisation. Yet the value of staff retention is often overlooked in the corporate world.

70%OF EMPLOYEES IN THE UK ARE LIKELY TO LOOK FOR A NEW JOB IN2016

Source: Independent survey commissioned by Robert Half among 1,000 UK office workers in September 2015.

DISCOVER WHAT EMPLOYEES VALUE TO FIND AND RETAIN TALENTED PEOPLE FOR YOUR TEAM!

The way people think about work and what really matters in their job has changed significantly over recent years.

So too have the reasons why candidates choose an employer - and ultimately, why employees leave.

BUT HOW?

66%50%50%

Location/commute timeJob description/career advancement

THE TOP FOUR REASONS WHY A CANDIDATE WILL CHOOSE TO WORK FOR YOU RATHER THAN YOUR COMPETITOR

TIP: Keep these priorities front of mind and ask yourself how you’re communicating these factors when attracting new employees.

Higher base salary 49% Improved worklife

balance

Nowadays, skilled talent is hard to find.THAT SHOULD BE NO SURPRISE TO YOU.

But do you know why employees leave your company?

TOP THREE REASONS WHY EMPLOYEES LEAVE:

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Improved work-life balanceHigher remunerationCareer advancement

Employee job satisfaction adds up to more than money, and employers are realising the value of adopting a more creative approach to employee benefits.EMPLOYEES ALSOWANT…• Career development opportunities• Flexible work hours

or telecommuting

3WishesIf a genie appeared in front of your employees to grant three wishes, these would be their choices:

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More holiday/annual leaveMore flexible working optionsMore professional development or training opportunities

KEEP IN MIND THREE IMPORTANT ACTIONS:

Whether your organisation is a national powerhouse or a local small business, you could face an ongoing challenge to retain the best and brightest talent.

1PAY ATTENTIONTOSALARYTRENDS

Keep abreast of salary and bonus trends year after year with the Robert Half Salary Guide, a comprehensive report on remuneration and hiring trends with current salary range tables.

Invest in skill enhancement and make sure direct superiors are committed to supporting career progression.

2 ENCOURAGE GROWTH

Fostering a culture where open dialogue is welcome – at all levels. It allows employees to feel they are making a meaningful contribution to the company.

3 BE ALL EARS

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