PwC's Global Workforce Hopes and Fears Survey 2022

Global workforce divided as skilled workers assert their power:

• Six out of ten respondents said they plan to ask for a raise, and one in five said they are extremely or very likely to switch employers in the next 12 months.

• 65% of workers reported talking about social and political issues at work—and employees see positive benefits from engaging in these kinds of discussions—but only 30% of employees said their companies provide support to work effectively with people who share different views.

• More than half of respondents say employer transparency about climate change and diversity is very important to them, but safety at work is still their biggest day-to-day concern.

• Flexibility is important, as 62% of workers said they prefer some mix of in-person and remote work. Hybrid workers are also the most satisfied with their jobs (64% satisfied).

The Great Resignation will continue apace in the year ahead as one in five workers say they are likely to switch to a new employer in the next 12 months. That was a key finding from PwC’s Global Workforce Hopes and Fears survey of 52,195 workers in 44 countries and territories - one of the largest ever surveys of the global workforce. The survey finds that 35% are planning to ask their employer for more money in the next 12 months. Pressure on pay is highest in the tech sector where 44% of workers surveyed plan to ask for a raise and is lowest in the public sector (25%). 

While an increase in pay is a main motivator for making a job change (71%), wanting a fulfilling job (69%) and wanting to truly be themselves at work (66%) round out the top 3 things workers are looking for. Nearly half (47%) prioritised being able to choose where they work.

What is the situation in Luxembourg?

Some of our results might be a wake-up call. We’re excited to share with you soon the Luxembourg Hopes & Fears Survey Report.