Younger people are substantially more likely to choose roles at lower risk of automation

Women who are single with no children are the most likely to be open to an international assignment

Unfair dismissal laws and minimum wage legislation are widely supported by employers

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The benchmark assesses flexible working, work/life policies and practice, and how these are integrated

Graduates are concerned about what Brexit, and its effect on the job market, could mean for them personally

A rise in employment for older people has not increased wages

Outdated decor, no natural light, a dirty or unhygienic area, broken furniture and difficult locations are all offputting

Poor posture, too little water and too much sitting is harming employees

Gender bias was also found in parents’ views of what constitutes useful skills for their children

Most senior public sector HR leaders think a lack of skills is affecting their organisation

While employment rates are up the number of hours worked has fallen for older age groups