The anonymous survey by HR Moves, part of the Career Moves Group which received 180 replies from human resources professionals, hi-lighted this could be interpreted a clear commitment to the HR Function in the company.
While 20% of respondents remained ambivalent about why they chose their current role and employer, 70% felt clear about what was important in terms of the positive aspects of their job choice and employer. Career Progression was very important as were the company, sector and brand.
The level of responsibility of the respondents ranged from director to administrator, with 90% of the HR practitioners who took part being HR business partner level and below.
In the current climate, basic salary is taking the front position as a key factor in HR professionals' decision about where to work. But all the work done by companies to prepare varied, interesting and flexible reward packages is not unappreciated as incentive/bonus schemes, holidays, healthcare schemes and flexible benefits were close contenders for second place.
Considering the tough environment that HR personnel have found themselves in 66% of the HR professionals who answered the survey, constructed to gain an insight into how HR personnel feel rewarded and appreciated in their roles, stated that they were supported in their career development by their companies.
With regards to other employees' perception of their HR colleagues' role within the company; it is positive that 64% of all those who gave a definitive answer, thought HR Professionals were perceived as business partners, and essential to the company.
Career Moves Group MD Caroline Foote, said: "We were thrilled that there was such a tremendous response to the survey. We hope the feed back is of interest and we look forward to making the survey an annual event."
