Robert Half Press Room
Robert Half regularly conducts research and closely follows the latest trends, innovations and challenges in the Australian labour market. View our latest press releases to stay informed.
Latest Press Release
Date
Show me the money: half of all workers cannot resist the lure of a higher salary
2025-05-07
Politics a hot topic in workplaces with positive effects on team dynamics
2025-04-29
Workers find hybrid work is best to be productive but employers are still wary
2025-04-23
Employers and employees alike are on board with using Gen AI for their day-to-day jobs
2025-04-10
3 in 4 employers agree office attendance affects an employee’s chance of promotion
2025-03-26
Workers rate job security ahead of pay amid concerns about redundancies this year
2025-03-18
Robert Half recognised as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2025 by Great Place to Work™ Australia
2025-03-06
Employers face a salary squeeze as candidates and employees demand higher pay
2025-03-05
Robert Half Gender Pay Gap Statement 2025
2025-03-03
More employers mandate 5 days in the office as they follow the lead of other businesses
2025-02-26
New year, more money: what workers want from their job in 2025
2025-01-30
2 in 3 employers allow staff to swap public holidays for other religious or cultural days
2025-01-14
4 in 5 workers say they feel burnout, but many don’t admit it to their boss
2024-11-25
1 in 2 workers are now more willing to take a career break than they were pre-Covid
2024-11-11
46% of workers consider taking a second job to keep up with cost of living
2024-10-31
Workers turn to social media to progress their careers
2024-10-15
Salary premiums would entice many workers back to the office
2024-09-23
How to lose a job candidate in 10 (business) days
2024-09-10
Companies set eyes on hiring IT support and security talent before 2025
2024-09-10
Financial recruitment market remains robust in 2024
2024-09-10
Employer calls set to go unanswered as workers welcome the right to disconnect
2024-08-22
Robert Half recognised in the annual 2024 Australia’s Best Workplaces™ by Great Place to Work® Australia
2024-08-22
1 in 2 workers willing to switch careers in the next year
2024-08-06
Almost half of workers would work from a holiday destination without telling their boss
2024-07-22
39% of workers mandated to attend the office 5 days a week, up from 19% last year
2024-07-10
Employers invest in their staff development amid a tight labour market
2024-06-25
Australian employees want flexible benefits that reduce the time they work, for the same salary
2024-06-12
Employers and workers doubt their company can attract top talent in 2024
2024-05-21
Most employees would accept salary alternatives to reward promotions
2024-05-08
Work from home or work from the office – staff want to be compensated either way
2024-04-29
Robert Half Releases 2023 Leading With Integrity Report
2024-04-16
Counteroffers are luring disenchanted employees into staying with their employer
2024-04-10
Majority of Australian workers question their company’s ability to retain them and employers agree
2024-03-25
Australian employers plan to give pay rises to employees this year
2024-03-11
Increased pay transparency may open doors to new challenges for workers and employers
2024-02-26
Robert Half Gender Pay Gap Statement
2024-02-20
Cost of living pressures are why workers are less confident than employers on company growth this year
2024-02-07
9 in 10 Australian employers will continue to hire in 2024, up from 2023
2024-01-23
Employers are willing to pay up to a 31% salary premium to candidates holding in-demand skills
2024-01-12
Six hiring and workplace trends to know for 2024
2023-12-13
1 in 2 employers will hire contract staff to cover employees on leave this summer
2023-11-28
Job hopping and unrealistic salary demands are the biggest red flags to employers when hiring
2023-11-14
Employers embrace flexible work arrangements – but want something from staff in return
2023-10-24
49% of Australian employers say employees are actively seeking opportunities to upskill
2023-10-10
Data shows low unemployment rate driving more salary negotiations
2023-09-19
Robert Half Named One of the TIME World’s Best Companies 2023
2023-09-13
88% of Australian employers support a shortened work week
2023-09-07
New data shows how generative AI is affecting Australian businesses, from hiring trends to workplace processes
2023-08-23
87% of Australian companies have implemented mandatory office days for staff
2023-08-09
Australian employers more likely to hire in the second half of 2023
2023-07-28
58% of employers have hired retirees to get the skills they need
2023-07-12
Consistently low unemployment figures mean businesses strive for higher pay transparency
2023-06-22
More than 4 in 10 Australian employers set pay depending on location
2023-06-07
Australian employers are reigning in their salary increases for 2023
2023-05-25
4-day workweek is gaining widespread supporting amongst Australian employers, SMEs most likely to make the change
2023-04-19
Assuming more responsibilities at work can lead to a higher salary and a promotion – what employees need to know
2023-04-19
Robert Half Releases 2022 Global ESG Report Highlighting Environmental, Social and Governance Efforts
2023-04-17
Employers are increasingly luring top talent with benefits rather than salary
2023-04-05
Employers feel more powerless to retain employees in 2023
2023-03-21
A year of skyrocketing salaries causes candidates to make unrealistic demands in 2023 as employers regain their power
2023-03-06
Majority of Australian employers helping employees cope with the rising cost of living
2023-02-24
More than half of Australian employers want staff to increase their time in the office in 2023
2023-02-17
Financial impact of skills shortage is set to increase for Australian employers
2023-01-30
Australian employers plan to increase headcount but recession fears create caution
2023-01-16
Eight key hiring trends to dominate recruitment in 2023
2023-01-11
Inflation means no staff entertainment this summer for one third of Australian companies
2023-01-11
1 in 4 business leaders don’t have a succession plan for top roles
2022-11-23
Australian employers underestimate the importance of salary in jobseekers’ decision-making
2022-11-08
Robert Half recognised as one of Australia’s Best Workplaces™ for Women 2022 by Great Place to Work™ Australia
2022-11-03
19% starting salary premiums give rise to pay equity concerns
2022-10-30
World Mental Health Day – How work-life balance continues to impact employees’ mental health
2022-10-11
Australian employers actively combating first impression bias
2022-10-06
Accepting a job is no longer a guarantee to secure talent
2022-09-23
Pay up or lose out: Workers with multiple job offers follow the dollar sign
2022-09-07
98% of employers approach candidates not actively looking for a new role
2022-08-25
Salary budgets to increase by 20% to factor in inflation
2022-08-18
Robert Half recognised in the annual 2022 Australia’s Best Workplaces™ by Great Place to Work® Australia
2022-08-17
Australian employers plan to expand headcount despite full employment pressures
2022-07-27
3 in 4 employees considering a new job in the second half of 2022
2022-07-12
No flexibility, no staff: Those who don’t adapt to hybrid working lose in today’s market
2022-06-22
People don’t leave jobs, they leave managers: Australian managers rate themselves top of class
2022-06-08
Market fears push salaries up by more than 11% across tech and finance
2022-05-17
Attract, retain, reskill: Employers rethink talent management strategy to meet surging demand for digital skills
2022-05-10
Top errors costing job applicants the job in 2022
2022-04-27
Business leaders loosen hiring requirements for hard-to-fill roles
2022-04-06
Candidates take control, demanding 15% more salary
2022-03-24
Businesses turn to international talent to fill skills gaps
2022-02-21
The top hiring trends jobseekers should look out for
2022-02-06
Australian bosses fear rising salary expectations, despite positive hiring outlook
2022-01-19
Half of Australian businesses can’t find skilled talent
2021-10-26
Australian businesses hiring from diverse talent pool but doubt impact of DEI programs
2021-10-19
Australia’s tech leaders’ confidence in cyber-security suggests blind spot in face of growing risk
2021-09-15
Longer hiring timelines costing businesses up to +19% per vacant role
2021-09-07
Pandemic drives +283% spike in remote work job postings
2021-08-25
The rising costs of a bad hire
2021-08-02
New research reveals the most lucrative and in-demand digital skills
2021-07-18
Bosses beware: Counteroffers don’t achieve retention
2021-07-11
Hiring on potential makes more effective employees, according to 1 in 2 employers
2021-06-28
Feeling burnt out? 8 in 10 Australian bosses say they’ll cover staff to take leave
2021-06-07
Talent crunch driving higher salaries from Finance employers in 2021
2021-05-19
Australian employee performance during the pandemic impressed 1 in 2 bosses
2021-05-02
Tech salaries could outpace national wage growth by 5%
2021-04-15
7 in 10 businesses still plan to extend salary increases this year
2021-03-17
Contract workers to sustain Australian employment recovery in 2021
2021-03-09
The future is hybrid, according to 4 in 5 Australian business leaders
2021-02-23
Business growth prospects and hiring priorities for 2021
2021-01-27
