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Great insights into the current recruitment challenges faced by housing associations! According to a recent survey conducted among large housing associations, 40% of respondents found it difficult to recruit housing professionals in 2023 compared to the previous year, while only 26% found it easier. The data also revealed that 36% of associations reported an increase in staff turnover over a 12-month period. Factors such as rural locations and flexible working preferences were cited as reasons for the struggle to find quality professionals. It's clear that many organizations are competing for a small pool of skills, which is encouraging many professionals to look towards the private sector. This report provides valuable insights into the current state of the recruitment market within the housing industry. It's important for organizations to take note of these challenges and work towards finding solutions to attract and retain top talent. #housingassociations #housingmarketupdates #socialhousing #housingjobs #recruitment

Whaaaat? You missed the release of our latest Admin + HR Salary Guide? Check out this article from HRD Canada for the big takeaways, and download your free copy now: https://lnkd.in/gtznN3Nz #HR #Admin #Compensation #Benefits #SalaryGuide

Local Councils are a sector often perceived as less appealing, for various reasons including salary usually, than the commercial sector; and yet a lot of smaller councils need to innovate and professionalise to remain viable. A CEO of a large NSW Council shared some of their approaches with me, to attracting and hiring from the private sector. Would love to hear your thoughts? #localcouncils #localgovernment #innovativehiring #strategicrecruitment #executivehire #executivesearch #localgovermentnewsroundup #NSWbusiness #QLDlocalcouncils #canberrabusiness

Preserving employment space and improving business services are priorities in the municipality’s economic strategy

Early exits... Scotland aren’t the only ones to suffer from leaving early, whether that’s staff turnover or being dumped out of the Euros. You can’t always avoid it, after all people will be people. You can have the perfect match on paper, that just isn't right once they're in post. But there’s things you can put in place to limit this. One of those is working with a trusted partner to find the right staff for your business. That’s where someone like StormX Recruitment - Accountancy & Finance/HR/ Office Support Specialist Recruiters can come in, we’ve worked with businesses across the home counties and London for a combined 65 years. Not just on filling vacancies, but on ways to improve staff retention, as well as your onboarding process. We may not be able to help Scotland qualify for the knockouts of a major tournament- we’re not miracle workers…. But we can do what we’re good at, which is finding good people for great businesses. If you’re looking to add to your team either now or are planning to for later in the year, drop me a message, I’d love to help. #recruitment #newjob #hiring #earlyexits #scotland #hertfordshirejobs

Dublin's Housing Crisis Hits Businesses Hard: 62% Report Employee Losses! 📉 In a stark revelation but unsurprisingly as it is something I see every week, Dublin Chamber's latest survey unveils the toll of unaffordable housing on local businesses. Shockingly, 62% of firms report losing employees or facing rejections from potential hires due to housing constraints. Even more staggering, 30% of companies are resorting to temporary housing subsidies just to retain talent. The housing crisis is more than a personal struggle; it's a major hurdle for Dublin's thriving business ecosystem. #DublinHousing #BusinessImpact #Dublinjobs #hiringchallenges 🌆💼

Ensuring employees are supported at work is difficult in these challenging economic times. Chris Willsher from Reed in Northampton has some advice for what businesses can do to find a balance that makes it easier to recruit and retain staff. Find out more ⤵️ https://lnkd.in/efFYuQr7 #Northamptonshire #Recruitment #HR #BusinessNews

Trouble with staff retention? Is staff accommodation negatively impacting your business? 😕 Unaffordable housing and the high cost of living aren't just societal issues - they're significant challenges impacting businesses and their workforce. 🔍 As an employer, understanding these dynamics could be crucial for safeguarding your company against economic and housing instability. 💡 Being aware of how housing affordability and high living costs negatively affect your business, you can implement effective solutions to mitigate their impact. The Problem: The economic aftermath of COVID-19 has exacerbated the housing crisis, particularly affecting low-income households. This means that your current and future employees could be facing the following issues: 📈 Soaring housing costs 🏡 Average house prices exceeding x10 the median income 🔍 Vacancy rates dropping below 1% 📋 1.2 million+ households in England on waiting lists for social homes ⚖️ Increased evictions nationwide By addressing the housing needs of your workforce, you're not just improving employee well-being, acquisition, and retention - you're investing in the long-term success and resilience of your business. Ocasa - We house your people #EmployeeRetention #StaffRetention #WorkforceRetention #AccommodationProvision #PropertyProvision #HRStrategies #OcasaHomes

Great article highlighting the impacts the housing crisis is having on business & communities in the regions.

🏘 Company Housing – A Solution for the Housing Shortage and Skilled Labor Deficit? In light of the growing shortage of skilled workers and affordable housing, more companies are revisiting an old concept: company housing. This idea, popular in the 19th century, is making a comeback today. Why? Because offering just a job is no longer enough – affordable housing is becoming a crucial factor in attracting and retaining talent. This topic was recently explored in an insightful article and audio contribution by MDR. This post is just a brief summary – for a deeper dive, I recommend checking out the full piece (link mentioned in the comments). 🔑 Key Takeaways: 🏢 Affordable workplace-adjacent housing strengthens employee retention 👩⚕️👨🍳 Particularly effective in healthcare and hospitality sectors 🏗️ Partnerships with housing developers or state subsidies support projects 💡 Easing housing markets while combating the skilled labor shortage. 📈 Addressing the Skilled Labor Shortage For businesses in highly competitive sectors, offering housing can be a real competitive edge. Affordable housing close to the workplace can make a significant difference when it comes to recruiting new talent and retaining existing staff. Picture by: www.freepik.com #SkilledLaborShortage #CompanyHousing #WorkforceStrategy #HousingCrisis #EmployerAttractiveness #EmployeeRetention #Economy #Fachkräftemangel #Werkswohnungen #Personalpolitik #Wohnungsnot #Arbeitgeberattraktivität #Mitarbeiterbindung #Wirtschaft #MDR #Immigration #Relocation #Germany