According to a survey from international recruitment firm Robert Half France, in order to recruit and retain employees, businesses must implement new strategies and offer more benefits such as flexible working and in-house training.

The survey showed that 63% of HR directors rank flexible work as the top benefit. Robert Half states that to attract and retain talent, companies must increasingly adapt their management policies and expectations of employees.  The firm says that Generation Y and Z workers demand a better work-life balance.  Moreover, 30% of French employees say that flexible work is the most important benefit to them.

Robert Half’s research also showed that 43% of HR director consider young employees as their main challenge.

Additional training and education ranked second in terms of career benefits, with 33% of HR directors stating it is the most important.

Bruno Fadda, Director Robert Half International France, commented, "Job satisfaction is an increasingly valued requirement. New generations favour such companies that offer autonomy and flexibility in schedules for more work-life balance. To retain the best employees and strengthen the commitment of the teams, it is crucial to pay real attention to the changing expectations of employees."