Across the span of three years, the pandemic has irrevocably changed how we work.
We’ve faced lockdowns, social distancing, home working, Brexit, new political leaders, and so much more. As things begin to settle down, we are starting to get an idea of what the new version of normal might look like.
Many employers have taken advantage of the appetite for hybrid or home working to reduce the spend on office space, while others still prefer the traditional approach. The statistics are in, and we’re starting to be able to make sense of what the future holds.
The Future of the Office
The Chartered Institute of Personnel and Development (CIPD) and the Office for National Statistics (ONS) have released studies that capture a vivid snapshot of the new working landscape. These studies showed that around 80% of employers allow hybrid working. Within this grouping:
- 44% have no expectation to work in the office.
- 60% reported improved staff wellbeing
- 41% reported increased productivity.
Despite all of this, there is still a use for the office. A recent survey by LinkedIn has highlighted how the office can mirror the needs of a perpetually changing work environment to reinvigorate itself. Those in the market for workspace are looking for:
- Collaborative workspaces (27%)
- Dedicated desk spaces – hotdesk (43%)
- Wellbeing and recreation spaces (22%)
- Sustainability and ventilation (8%)
It’s clear that modern offices need to provide a collaborative environment that fulfils people’s needs, accommodating both the individual and the group.
If you would like to survey your team, or find out more, feel free to email Claire for more information – claire@jfrecruitment.co.uk
JFR NEWS
Our team has been staying ahead of the curve to understand the future of the marketplace.
- Attending webinar events
- Training extensively
- Reaching out to trendsetters both locally and nationally
- Talking talent strategy
We’ve also been considering the charities we want to support next. We’ll be announcing them soon.
CANDIDATE SPOTLIGHT
HR Assistant/ Officer – £24k – Chester
- Currently studying CIPD Level 5
- Generalist background
- Personnel files, letters and special requirements
- Recruitment assistance including job boards, right-to-work checks and CV screening
- New starter training/ induction and assisting with H&S
- Note-taking and Minutes of meetings including absence management and disciplinaries
- GDPR and Confidentiality
- Payroll queries and holiday requests
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- New PM – Rishi Sunak’s first week underway
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Just for LOLS
Jobs we’re glad aren’t a thing any more…
A leech collector – back in the 19th century there was a growing demand for medicinal leeches, thankfully not so much now.
Fun Fact
When David Attenborough was controller at BBC2, he spearheaded the fight to get Wimbledon broadcasted in colour. Turning the previously white tennis balls into their famous neon yellow.
Jo’s Top Tips
Get your team on your socials. 85% of our candidates say that working in a good team is important.
Allow employees to appear on your social media. Interview them, video them, and ask them what they like most about their workplace. When employees research your business, we want them to see who they will be working with.