Poll Results
Do you think using old office units for housing is a good idea? 05/04/2024
I'm for it - 68%
It's a flawed plan - 32%
How did you fare in the salary reviews? 28/03/2024
My salary was kept the same - 50%
Up but not as much as I hoped - 27%
A positive increase! - 23%
As it's reported that the beginning of 2024 has been a very tough start to the year for job hunters, we wondered what your company is doing? 15/03/2024
We have a hiring freeze on - 6%
No freeze but not recruiting - 25%
We've had recent redundancies - 25%
We are hiring - 44%
What is your ideal company culture? 1/12/2024
Fun, fast-paced environment - 45%
Slow-paced with a community - 5%
A mix of both - 50%
If you were to lose your current job, what would be the most challenging part about finding a new one? 24/11/2023
Not getting another job offer - 48%
The interview process - 22%
Finding a job with similar pay - 26%
Starting with a new company - 4%
What are your current career aspirations? 10/11/2023
Stay in the same industry - 58%
Change industries - 27%
Become self-employed - 15%
How do you feel about the current representation of women in senior leadership positions? 3/11/2023
I think it's low - 34%
It's just right - 28%
There should be more - 38%
What is the most critical factor in your next job? 27/10/2023
The location of the job - 15%
The pay - 57%
The work environment - 13%
The culture of the company - 15%
With Knight Frank announcing possible redundancies, we wanted to know if you're feeling concerned. 20/10/2023
Yes, I have concerns - 54%
Not heard anything yet - 14%
No I feel secure - 32%
Are you in favour of the rental freeze? 13/10/2023
Yes - 45%
No - 55%
Which is the most important to you when deciding which company to work for? 22/09/2023
Pay Scale - 53%
Company Stature - 13%
Work Life Balance - 28%
Employee Benefits - 6%
We always advise our candidates to include specific project and client examples in their CV to demonstrate the type of work they are doing. Clients find this really useful in assessing a candidate’s appropriateness for a role. Have you included recent examples in yours? 15/09/2023
No, but will do it now - 13%
Yes, included - 80%
There is a sensitivity aspect - 7%
The start of the year is a popular time to look for a new job, are you happy in your role or are you looking for a new job? 19/01/2023
I've just got a new job - 14%
I'm applying for new roles - 64%
I'm happy in my current job - 21%
This year we would like to know where we can add the most value as a recruitment company. What will you need the most help with this year? 12/01/2023
Negotiating Salary - 30%
Discovering New Roles - 47%
Interview Preparation - 13%
CV format & Interview feedback - 10%
In this current climate, how scared are you of being made redundant? 24/11/2022
I've already lost my job - 16%
Very concerned - 9%
I feel secure in my job - 46%
Slightly concerned - 29%
Which real estate asset class do you consider to be the most inflation-proof? 17/11/22
Mixed-Use - 54%
Industrial and Logistics - 38%
Retail - 4%
Office - 4%
In the modern day Real Estate industry, do you think ongoing training on the job is more productive than getting a university qualificaton? 3/11/22
No, a degree is essential - 13%
Learning on the job is better - 27%
Either should be allowed - 60%
Do you think Battersea Power Station should focus more on affordable housing over private housing and shopping? 27/10/22
Yes 100% - 24%
Should be more of a balance - 45%
No, private & shops is better - 31%
Do you think that Lizz Truss' resignation will have a significant impact on the property industry? 21/10/22
The damage is already done - 55%
Depends on the next PM - 34%
Yes - 11%
Do you think that hybrid working affects your chances of getting a promotion? 11/10/22
Yes - 32%
No - 68%
As it get colder outside, will you use the office more for heating purposes or will you avoid the commute and work from home more often? 29/9/22
I'll use the office more - 19%
I'll use the office less - 35%
It doesn't bother me - 45%
Do you think cutting stamp duty rates will have an overall positive economic effect on the property industry? 22/9/22
Yes - 54%
No - 44%
It doesn't bother me - 3%
We recently shared an article on LinkedIn which focussed on the impact of a new prime minister on the property industry. Who will be most impacted in the process? 15/9/22
Foreign Investors - 0%
British Investors - 100%
How do you feel when you return to work after a holiday? 25/8/22
Return with a fresh mind - 57%
I get stuck in holiday mode - 43%
In terms of the future of work, which subject interests you the most? 18/8/22
Talent migration trends - 25%
Hybrid work policies - 56%
Work space designs -19%
As an employer what is the most important factor for the well-being of your employees? 11/8/22
Good work / life balance - 39%
Enjoy the work they’re doing - 48%
Work environment - 13%
How often do you typically respond to recruiters who approach you on LinkedIn with job opportunities? 4/8/22
Only if I need a new job - 18%
I ignore them, it's annoying - 7%
Always, it's useful for future - 75%
With the current cost of living crisis, do you feel you need a higher salary? 21/7/22
Yes, I have asked my employer - 50%
Work has increased my salary - 15%
I'm moving jobs for higher pay - 35%
What is the hardest part of an interview for you? 7/7/22
Presenting yourself well - 10%
Unexpected questions - 52%
Asking good questions - 38%
If you've worked with us before, what has been the most useful part of our recruitment service? 30/6/22
Discovering new roles - 50%
Salary Negotiation - 33%
Interview Feedback - 17%
How inclusive do you feel your company is? 16/6/22
Very, everyone is accepted - 67%
Quite, changes could be made - 25%
Not at all, it's not inclusive - 8%
Would the environment and sustainability be your top priority in the development planning stage? 9/6/22
Always a top priority - 79%
It wouldnt be my first thought - 21%
I don't consider it important - 0%
It's the last Thursday in the office before the Jubilee weekend, how are you feeling about the break ahead? 26/5/22
I deserve a break - 89%
Will still be checking emails - 11%
How do you help yourself to stay focussed at work in the afternoon? 19/5/22
Coffee - 25%
Nap - 11%
Walk outside - 64%
Do you think covid vaccines should be mandatory for employees? 12/5/22
Yes, fully vaxxed all the way - 31%
No, it's should be your choice - 69%
Have you been more productive after having Monday off? 5/5/22
Yes, I've been so productive - 50%
No, I've been behind all week -17%
I'd prefer taking Friday off - 33%
If your company implemented a 4-day work week, which extra day of the week would you prefer to take off? 28/4/22
Monday -16%
Wednesday - 4%
Friday - 80%
Which perk would you choose at a company? 21/4/22
Free Meals - 42%
Gym Membership - 40%
Monday Massage - 18%
Which of the following facts is false? 14/4/22
We work on average 90,000 hours in our lives - 18% voted
Multasking drops your IQ by 12 - 71% voted
An Office Chair travels 8 miles per year - 12%
At what stage should an interview be in-person? 7/4/22
Stage 1 - 33% voted
Stage 2 - 33% voted
Stage 3 - 33% voted
Is a higher salary and longer hours more important to you than a medium salary with a good work / life balance? 24/3/22
Higher Salary & Longer hours - 39% voted
Medium Salary & Balance - 61% voted
What would you like to see more of on our LinkedIn Page? 21/3/22
Job vacancies - 92% voted
Real Estate news & events - 8% voted
Testimonials / our team - 0% voted
Which type of office would you prefer to work in? 15/3/22
New Office Development - 33% voted
Flexible Office Space - 40% voted
Period Office Building - 27% voted
Where does a recruiter add the most value to your job hunt? 9/3/2022
Discovering new roles - 77% voted
Providing interview prep - 3% voted
Running offer negotiations - 19% voted