2025 Employee Sentiment Survey

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2025

Employee Sentiment Study

Understand the deeper dynamics of today’s workforce to maintain a pipeline of adaptable, engaged and ambitious talent that helps achieve your business goals.

Successful organizations recognize the critical importance of their people and what is valuable to them. Investing in their potential, aspirations and resilience, and providing them with choice and flexibility that caters to their diverse needs is not just a necessity — it is the foundation for delivering long-term sustainable growth.
Key Takeaways
  1. The Majority of Employees Have Their Eyes on Their Next Move — At a time when talent competition is fierce and budgets are squeezed, it’s critical to understand the top ranked employee expectations. Explore what matters most.
  2. Employers Are Failing to Accommodate Differing Needs — There are key areas where employees are being underserved, and inequitable benefits are contributing to negative wellbeing or preventing employees from reaching their potential. Find out how human capital strategies need to evolve.
  3. The Global Workforce is Underprepared for the Future of AI — A significant disconnect is emerging between the direction and needs of businesses and the readiness of the workforce to prepare for change. Plan your next steps.
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  • 60%

    of employees are either in the process of moving employers or might/will seek new employment in the next 12 months.

  • 35%

    When asked about the potential impact of AI on their roles, only 35% of employees said they felt motivated to develop new skills to stay relevant.

Methodology 

In August 2024, Aon surveyed 9,202 people aged 18-64, employed at organizations with more than 500 employees, to share their thoughts on what workplace initiatives are valuable to them. The survey spanned 23 locations across the world, including: Argentina, Australia, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, France, Germany, Hong Kong, India, Ireland, Italy, Japan, Mexico, Netherlands, Philippines, Portugal, Singapore, Spain, UAE, UK and the U.S. The survey results and subsequent analysis form the basis of our Human Capital Employee Sentiment Study.

Valued and Valuable: Better Decisions to Unlock the Full Potential of Your People 

To stay ahead, people leaders must address the critical people risks that stop their workforce from achieving its potential. From AI-preparedness and skills development, to understanding the factors that can help you attract and retain talent, explore the data that will help shape a growth-ready workforce. 

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