Manpower: Romanian employers to slow hiring pace while searching more for skilled workers
The survey of 763 Romanian employers reveals that more than one out of five Romanian employers indicate they will still add to their payrolls through the end of the year. Despite the considerable quarter-over-quarter decline, the net employment outlook still stands at plus 11 percent.
“At the time of the survey, the stock market was under a serious pressure and predictions of a potential double-dip recession in the United States may have affected employer confidence locally. However, the overall employment picture is still strong, especially compared to a year ago when the Net Employment Outlook was at 0 percent -- it’s now 11 percentage points stronger,” said Petrof.
At a regional level, employers in all eight regions expect to increase staffing levels during the fourth quarter this year. The most optimistic hiring plans are reported in the South-West, where the Net Employment Outlook stands at +14 percent.
In an industry sector comparison, employers in eight of the 10 industry sectors predict an increase in headcount during the fourth quarter this year. In the wholesale & retail trade sector, employers forecast solid headcount gains, with a Net Employment Outlook of +23 percent.
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