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43% of people are either actively looking for, or considering finding a new job in 2022

by LLB Reporter
7th Feb 22 8:10 am

The global producer of AI-powered EdTech solutions commissioned an independent survey among more than 1,200 UK adults in both full-time and part-time employment. It found 43% are either actively looking for or considering finding a new job by the end of 2022.

Of this sample, 45% say the prospect of interviewing via video call is more appealing than a face-to-face interview. However, many job hunters harbour concerns about the prospect of starting a role that is primarily remote.

Over half (53%) say they are worried about the prospect of not being able to meet their new colleagues and managers in person, with even more (60%) concerned it would be more difficult to integrate into a company culture if not working in an office.

The onboarding experience is a point of contention: 53% of job seekers think the process would be less thorough than an in-person induction if done remotely. Similar numbers (54%) believe starting a new job in a remote or hybrid working setup mean it would take longer to get up to speed.

Soffos.aiโ€™s study also showed that 44% of employees find it harder to reach out to new colleagues if limited to video calls and email. The vast majority of those looking for a new job (69%) would still like to have some in-person induction sessions or informal meetups with managers, even if their next role was primarily remote.

Nikolas Kairinos, CEO and founder of Soffos.ai said, โ€œThe so-called โ€˜Great Resignationโ€™ defined the working landscape in 2021 and clearly, this zeitgeist isnโ€™t going anywhere anytime soon. Our research shows that a considerable number of employees are still weighing up their job prospects and seeking out new opportunities in 2022, with working conditions a significant motivation for many.

โ€œHowever, job seeking in the current climate comes with its own set of challenges. Our findings suggest that many people are concerned about starting a new role if unable to do in-person introductions and training. These fears are understandable โ€“ without the right technologies and processes in place, starting a new job remotely can be extremely difficult.

โ€œEmployers must rethink old ways of hiring and engaging employees. Technologies that can help with onboarding, not to mention ongoing training, in a personalized manner will be hugely valuable. Ultimately, the companies that find success in the New Year will be the ones who kick back hardest against the turnover crisis and turn โ€˜resignationโ€™ into retention.โ€

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