Over two thirds (64%) of professional services firms in the UK have decided that by 2024, job advertisements will no longer offer fully-remote options. This decision reflects a broader trend where nearly half of hiring managers (42%) are willing to wait for candidates who can commute to the office. Such findings come from a Robert Walters survey, revealing a significant decline in fully remote job postings, which have dropped over 13% in the UK in the last year.
Gerrit Bouckaert, CEO of Robert Walters, remarked on the shifts in the job market: 'Looking back to the jobs market a few years ago, employers were desperate for talent as they tried to navigate the post-pandemic bounce back. Companies were forced to meet applicants' demands - which included accommodating remote work. Fast forward to 2024, and the power dynamic has shifted back in favor of employers.' He emphasized the changes implemented by employers, such as increasing office days to enhance collaboration.
The survey highlighted that nearly a quarter (23%) of the firms in the professional services sector have increased their compulsory office days over the past year. Additionally, 19% of companies are currently considering raising in-office time to four or five days a week. This shift represents a significant move back towards traditional working patterns, indicating a broader trend towards requiring more physical presence in the workplace amidst growing competition for talent.
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