COVID-19 | Half of HR say function needs to change post-pandemic

The devastating effects of the coronavirus pandemic, which has swept across the world in 2020, has brought to light many of the working world’s biggest issues.

For example, as cases of burnout grow amongst the professional community, the sudden necessity for remote working has highlighted the effect that such a move could have on work-life balance. As a result, many leaders are being confronted by the suggestion that remote working should largely continue post-pandemic

The HR function isn’t immune to this widespread review of working life. In fact, new research by Personio, found that HR teams are eager to maintain a more influential and strategic role in the future.

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And with 51% of UK HR managers stating that the HR function cannot continue as it did prior to the outbreak, it’s clear the pandemic will be a driving force in HR innovation going forward.