So, you’ve finally found your perfect candidate: what’s next?
After hours of carefully sifting through CVs and holding countless interviews, you’ve found the person that best fits the role your company is offering. Management has signed off and it’s time to get the ball rolling. Despite your lucrative offer, they’ve decided to take a job elsewhere. What went wrong?
Losing out on the ideal candidate can be one of the most frustrating things for a recruiter. However, the truth is that top talent comes at more of a price than just a great income and working environment.
As a matter of fact, there are many qualities that employees look for when job hunting.
We’ve come up with some of the most important benefits to employees to help you get ahead of the competition.
Benefits companies can offer to attract the best candidate:
Flexible working hours
Studies show that many job seekers are more likely to accept a lower salary with flexible working hours over an opportunity with a fixed schedule and a higher salary. This can sometimes be a non-negotiable for some people, as they require a job that fits in with their lifestyle.
The option to work from home
A hybrid working routine can be very attractive to potential employees as it improves the work-life balance and can be helpful for parents with young children. The concept of working freely and with autonomy is highly valued by top talent. It also helps to raise morale as it works hand in hand with wellness benefits to provide a better work-life balance.
Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
A huge job perk to employees is a company that offers strong health, dental, and vision insurance. This shows an employee that they are valued by the company they work for. It makes them feel like you care about their overall health and well-being. This will inevitably lead to improved job satisfaction and result in increased employee productivity.
Mental Health Support
Mental health is an ever-growing conversation. Top employers are joining efforts to destigmatise the treatment of mental health in the workplace. Offering services like counselling is a big plus to job seekers and demonstrates that you care about the well-being of your employers.
Wellness Benefits
Wellness benefits go a long way toward achieving that all-important work-life balance and are a very attractive feature to some employees. This could include offering gym, yoga, and mindfulness programmes.
These types of activities can be valuable in helping your employees to reduce anxiety and work-related stress. Overall, this will improve productivity and employee retention.
Career Development Opportunities
A potential job candidate is likely looking to further their skills and knowledge whilst continuing to grow professionally. Offering on-site workshops and training will show a candidate that you will support them in their learning and help them to progress within their professional career.
Not only are these perks beneficial to employees, but they’re also highly beneficial to the business. With continuous growth, employees are less likely to lose interest in their position and want to make a new career move.
Additionally, their new skills will create further value for your business, and employees will be happy and engaged within their roles.
If you’re looking to hire a new candidate, make sure to contact us here at Careersolve.
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