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Executive Summary · 12 pages · 10 min read

Hiring
future-ready early talent

73% of early career professionals won't apply for a role based on other people's bad experience. In recent years, the early talent landscape has transitioned. Demographic changes, rapid advancement of technology, and the changing dynamics of the workplace mean that the skills required for success in early career roles have shifted.

Early careers research

Organisations face a very competitive recruiting environment. Candidates who are a good fit for the role are in high demand and attracting top talent is becoming more competitive.

By next year, Gen Z will make up 27% of workers, so it’s important to reconsider what factors attract early career talent to organisations and their roles.

In the summary of our latest early careers research, we explore:

  • What key competencies and skills are needed for early careers success
  • How to attract early talent in an increasingly competitive environment
  • How to assess early talent in a relevant and engaging manner

"With new jobs being created, individuals moving to different occupations, exits from the labour force, and a retiring population, it is imperative to attract employees in the early stages of their careers to keep your talent pipeline flowing. Establishing a clear and effective strategy for hiring early career talent is essential for professional organisations."

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