MENLO PARK, Calif.,
Jan. 21, 2021 /PRNewswire/ -- A
new study by global staffing firm Robert Half shows relocation is a
big consideration for professionals and employers right now. More
than half of workers surveyed (51%) said they would consider moving
to a different city if their company offered long-term remote
arrangements, and another 4% have already made a move. A separate
poll of human resources (HR) managers suggests many companies are
open to the idea of an anywhere workforce: 50% of respondents
reported their organization has allowed current staff to relocate
temporarily, and another 38% noted their employer was supportive of
permanent moves.
View an infographic of the research highlights.
Why Workers Want to Relocate
While the motivation to
relocate may vary, common reasons cited by workers include a change
of scenery (37%) and lower cost of living (22%). However, the
research shows salary remains a priority for most professionals:
75% would not be willing to take a pay cut in their current job if
they were to move.
"Pre-pandemic, job location was a big factor in where people
chose to live," said Paul McDonald,
senior executive director at Robert Half. "As many employees
continue to work from home successfully, they're considering how a
move might improve their quality of life, particularly if they can
keep their current salary."
How Employers Are Addressing Pay
As employees set
sights on moving to a new city, companies are having to reconsider
how they approach pay. HR managers said they will determine salary
for current staff who choose to relocate by:
- The company's office location: 74%
- The employee's new location: 23%
- A decision hasn't been made: 3%
McDonald noted, "While some employees are making temporary
moves, the anywhere workforce is here to stay. Adopting a flexible
mindset will be critical for companies and professionals who want
to thrive in a highly dynamic business environment."
Robert Half identifies three staffing trends driven by the rise
of the dispersed workforce:
- The talent pool will become an ocean. As
organizations increasingly adopt a remote-first approach, they're
realizing the value of recruiting outside their city. Hiring
managers can avoid wading through a flood of resumes and gain
direct access to top candidates by partnering with a staffing
firm.
- Investments are shifting. Companies are channeling more
budget into technology that supports secure remote work and
seamless collaboration, as well as employee health and well-being
programs and benefits.
- Effective onboarding and offboarding are critical. While
virtual onboarding has already replaced the in-person orientation
process at many organizations, employers also need to reimagine how
they handle employee exits from a distance.
About the Research
The online surveys were developed
by Robert Half and conducted by independent research firms from
October 27 to December 18, 2020. They
include responses from more than 1,000 workers 18 years of age or
older and more than 1,000 human resources managers at companies in
28 major U.S. cities with 20 or more employees.
About Robert Half
Founded in 1948, Robert Half is the
world's first and largest specialized staffing firm. The company
has more than 300 staffing locations worldwide and offers hiring
and job search services at roberthalf.com. For additional
management and career advice, visit the Robert Half blog at
roberthalf.com/blog.
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