Randstad’s employment survey asks is bigger necessarily better?

Randstad, the world’s third largest staffing and HR services company are pleased to announce the launch of their first employment survey 2007/8 ‘Building your Business’.

This valuable piece of research and insight on today’s workplace issues is a must have for any business.   Key findings of the survey include:

Is bigger necessarily better? 92% employees working for micro businesses (up to 10 employees) ‘really enjoy working for their organisation’, in contrast with 49% in large companies (250+ employees)  

Experience or personality? 56% employers say that compared to three years ago they now place more emphasis on people’s attitudes and personality when recruiting. Only 31% say they are still more interested in experience

Is nine to five still alive? 79% employers offer some form of flexible working, with a third saying they offer it to all staff, most among high growth businesses. 65% of those who flexible working believe it increases productivity

Fred van der Tang, Managing Director of Randstad UK said: “ The survey that we’ve produced will provide invaluable insight into some of today’s most pressing employment issues. Sharing this knowledge enables our clients and candidates to benefit from our experience and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving employment market.”
To receive your complimentary copy of the survey, please contact us at enquire@uk.randstad.com