Phaidon International Findings

A look back to look forward 

As a leading talent partner, we keep our finger on the pulse when it comes to hiring trends, and 2022 was no exception. It has never been more important for companies to understand what business-critical professionals are thinking when it comes to making career changes, what compensation they’re after, and what benefits they really desire.

We surveyed our vast, global network of the best, in-demand professionals, and came up with a number of valuable insights that employers need to know about if they want to attract the best talent, and just as critically, keep them.

Discover what is motivating top talent in the US right now with our highlights across technology.

Top career trends

In our Tech Industry Insights report, we uncover top trends shaping technology across North America. We asked professionals in the US and Europe for their thoughts on relocation, growth, and mobility, as well as compensation and flexible working, and discovered what currently drives talent within the tech industry to look for a new role. Across the board, regardless of sector or region, seeking higher compensation is the biggest driver for tech professionals to look for a new job.

Top 3 reasons for leaving a role:

• Higher compensation
• Feeling unchallenged
• Better work-life balance

Top 3 important factors when looking for a new role:

• Higher base salary
• Flexible working
• More responsibility 

These reasons and factors are complied from the survey results, across every sector. 

Relocation hot spots in the US 

California ranked as one of the top five states that tech professionals would move to for a job. In fact, both California and Florida were miles ahead of New York, Texas, and Colorado.

Overall, Florida may be trying to come for the top spot, but California is still the number one choice for tech professionals to relocate to compared with any other state in the US.

We understand that hiring top technology talent can be challenging, which is why our team is here to guide you through every step of the process. If you're looking for help with your hiring needs, let us help you navigate the vast talent landscape.