Currently, to attract and retain employees, salaries are increasing. In pressured sectors like logistics and care, there are insufficient employees.
Many employees favour retaining flexibility and may be keen for employers to retain the hybrid office/home working model. They will be mindful that official Scottish Government guidance is only for employers to “consider” hybrid working.
Conversely there are some employers, especially in financial services, who wish to see employees return to the office at least three days per week. All employers are keen for stability and to establish policies reflecting the “new normal”. This aim remains challenging while Covid infections only slowly recede and the pandemic persists.
Businesses are acutely aware of the impact of the pandemic on employees and working practices. Some may point to a loss of “office” camaraderie or collaboration while junior employees have potentially enjoyed less training and development.
From my perspective, 2022 will be a transitional year. Though challenging for some sectors, businesses should aim to retain flexibility in working practices and ensure employees feel engaged in how they are expected to operate.
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