According to the latest report “Young Poles on the labour market” prepared by PwC, Well.hr and Absolwent Consulting, for 57% of surveyed young people in Poland, the most important factor at work is high earnings. This rate is 10% more than a year ago and nearly 15% more than in 2020. For the purposes of the report, a group of 3.2 thousand Poles up to the age of 27 were surveyed.

Discussing the report, the “Rzeczpospolita” daily cited the results of a recent survey carried out as part of the Career Programme. According to it, Polish students and graduates most often expect a salary of PLN 3-5 thousand net, which, with allowances up to the age of 26, means PLN 3.8-6.4 thousand gross with an employment contract.

The report also points to the increasing expectations of young employees regarding work flexibility (38 %) At the same time, the percentage of those in favour of working exclusively in an office has decreased by almost 20% (from 65.5 % to 46 %) over the past two years. Compared to the 2020-2021 survey results, the number of responses pointing that one of the most important elements at work is the ability to work remotely has increased by 10 %. This response is indicated by nearly 33% of respondents.

“The pandemic has taught young people that they can study and work from anywhere. Moreover, they are convinced that being able to choose where and when they work has a positive impact on their productivity”, said Magdalena Pancewicz, co-founder of Well.hr.

According to the report, professional success means a job that is a passion for nearly 25 % of young Poles. For almost 16%, it is a sense of meaningful work. According to the respondents, a success is also evidenced by high salaries (21.7 %). For 10 %, success means combining work with travelling.

According to young Poles, the following will be most valued on the labour market in the future: openness and quick adaptation to changes, combining different skills, quick learning and IT skills.

Adrian Andrzejewski order