Employers across the UK are having to be more creative in how they attract and retain staff, as basic salary rises are failing to keep up with inflation. And while some companies are looking to pay more, recruiters say this approach, alone, is unlikely to work in the face of rising costs.
"Stull says that companies that offer flexibility are hiring twice as fast as those that do not. He advises employers to weigh up the costs to the company before offering it, but adds that flexible working can be a low-cost option for employers looking to improve their benefits package."
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