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We have been asking our clients and candidates to vote on our LinkedIn and Instagram polls, here are some of the insights we've gained so far...

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