Businesses Are Expanding Thier Workforce

The job market will continue its recovery well into 2022. Research from talent solutions and business consulting firm, Robert Half suggests that amid talent and skills shortages, employers are more willing to hire remote professionals. "Today's professionals have more career options and negotiating power than ever," said Robert Half senior executive director Paul McDonald. "In order to land the best talent, employers must move quickly, create a positive candidate experience from the initial contact to the job offer, and provide competitive salaries and flexible work options."

Contract hiring is also heating up: Nearly three-quarters of senior managers (71%) expect to bring in more contract professionals in 2022. Those in marketing and technology departments (78% each) are most likely to increase the number of contract workers they use.

According to the research, companies are pulling multiple levers to attract skilled candidates:

• 55% are increasing starting salaries.

• 50% are offering remote options and evaluating candidates outside of their office's geography.

• 44% are providing signing bonuses.

• 41% are giving more paid time off.

• 31% are loosening education, skills or experience requirements.

Source - cpapracticeadvisor.com