Tag: employee experience

Young UK workers optimistic about 2025, but workplace pressure and AI gaps remain

A new report on 2025 employee experience trends from Qualtrics reveals that UK workers under 25 feel optimistic about their careers and their organizations’ futures. The findings suggest that young employees will remain engaged and optimistic in the new year.“Over...

Managers are unaware of their employees’ financial wellbeing needs, research has found

New research from Bippit has found that more than half of workers in management positions receive adequate financial wellbeing support from their employer. However, only 20% of non-managers could say the same.This financial support can include employee assistance programmes and...

43% of HR professionals struggle to find skilled candidates

A new Michael Page study has revealed that over two in five HR professionals (43%) struggle to find candidates with the right skills, showing the ongoing challenges in UK recruitment. The report highlights the growing pressures caused by skill shortages...

Nearly half of graduates reject full-time office jobs

According to a recent study by the International Workplace Group, almost half (49%) of university graduates would not apply for jobs that require a full five-day office presence. The survey showed a preference for flexible work arrangements, with an additional...

15% of workers over 45 use AI, but it’s boosting job satisfaction by 50%

A recent Generation survey has revealed that while only 15% of workers over 45 regularly use AI tools, those who do report a significant boost in job satisfaction, productivity, and decision-making. The research highlights that more than half of these...

Majority of workers over 50 believe age blocks job opportunities 

A recent Hays study highlights that most workers over 50 feel their age affects their job prospects, sparking calls for businesses to adopt more inclusive recruitment and career advancement practices.According to the study, 61% of workers, regardless of age, believe...

IT professionals warn poor digital employee experiences lead to unsafe workarounds

A recent report from Ivanti reveals that 86% of IT professionals believe poor digital experiences (DEX) lead employees to adopt unsafe workarounds. The study underscores a growing concern: while employees face tech-related frustrations, only 13% of security professionals consider user...

UK Employee Experience Awards™ 2025 – Open for Entries 

As we focus on empowering employees, we’re excited to announce the start of the UK Employee Experience Awards™ 2025, celebrating workplace excellence.For the 11th consecutive year, UKEXA™ aims to recognise and celebrate passion and commitment of the UK EX professionals like you,...

Are employees ready to trust AI with their paychecks?

According to PayrollOrg’s (PAYO) survey, many U.S. workers are uneasy about integrating AI into payroll processes. Specifically, 39% of respondents expressed discomfort with AI calculating their pay, while 53% were uncomfortable with AI answering payroll-related questions instead of a human.“Payroll...

81% of employers confident in tackling bullying, but only 36% of employees see results

Although many employers believe that they are doing enough to address bullying and harassment, only a third of employees who face conflict feel it has been fully resolved, reveals a new CIPD report. The report shows a significant disconnect between...