It is important for all hiring managers to stay current with the latest trends job candidates and employees are looking for in relation to benefits and perks. While in years past most candidates were looking for stable employers that offered great benefits, such as healthcare and vacation, today, that has shifted to wanting more perks offered by the company.
Many businesses have added incentives and perks, such as massage chairs, relaxation rooms, and flexible schedules, here are a few of the most popular perks job candidates are searching for:
- In-house financial counseling – many employers have begun offering their employees perks related to finances. So many employees need additional assistance in determining their best financial options. Saving, retirement, college tuition, credit card debt, and buying a home, all have employees scrambling for the best options. Offering this as a service or perk to your employees will benefit you in many ways.
- Work/life balance – since work/life balance is so important to candidates today, it is important that employers offer some perks related to obtaining this balance. This may include offering weekends off, flexible working hours, working remotely, and more. Find what will work for your company and offer these options to find and retain the best talent.
- Healthy lifestyle – another area that many job candidates care about is healthy living. This may include providing the opportunity to exercise (by providing a gym space or gym membership), offering a healthy eating choice in vending machines or cafeterias, and providing relaxation areas where employees can take a break and unwind from the stresses of the day.
There are many different types of perks and benefits you can offer to attract top talent, and retain the employees you have. It is best to design your program around the culture of your company and give your employees things that will benefit them and they will use. Take the time to talk to your current employees and see what is important to them. You will find when you include these perks in your job postings, you will have candidates that are a good cultural fit apply.
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