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Talent solutions | HR managers says career development is the way to attract talent - are they right?

HR managers says career development is the way to attract talent - are they right?

Almost half of HR managers (47%) think career advancement is the best way to attract and retain younger talent, even though salary, flexible working, job security and financial benefits are among perks that are more important for those employees.

As businesses continue to battle in the minefield that is talent acquisition in a tough economic market, research conducted by Reed Talent Solutions has found there seems to be a growing disconnect between what employees need and what businesses are offering.

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