Moving on up | 8 in 10 workers prioritise firms offering L&D when seeking new roles

As the UK navigates the post-pandemic economy with rising inflation and prepares to endure a macro-economic downturn, many organisations are desperate to keep hold of their staff as talent shortages grow in many sectors and hiring freezes are implemented.

With many businesses in survival mode and unable to increase pay to match the rising cost of living, a new survey finds that investing in L&D could be one of the best ways to engage employees during this time and crucially, generate positive ROI for businesses.

As a new independent Docebo survey reveals today, more than 8 in 10 (83%) UK employees would be more likely to choose to work for an employer that prioritises continuous learning and development opportunities. Furthermore, two-thirds (66%) said that they would consider changing jobs within 12 months if their current employer cut (or did not offer) learning opportunities or training to help with their career development.

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