More workers are being forced back to the office - yet a new study shows flexibility is the best way to keep employees

The 2024 Employee Benefits Review from Mercer indicates that 89% of Australian organizations still offer remote work options, with three mandated office days weekly.

In a climate of limited pay growth, businesses are increasingly using flexible work policies to attract and keep top talent, as well as improve employee engagement.

The report reveals that some Australian employees are willing to accept lower salaries for a more flexible work life, challenging the push for full-time office attendance.

Executives at Google and Microsoft are advocating for hybrid work arrangements, acknowledging that productivity should dictate work arrangement policies.

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