88% of Gen Z want global work experience without relocating, Pebl finds
68% preferred to remain based in the UK while gaining international experience through short-term assignments or global teams.
Most UK Gen Z professionals wanted international work experience without permanently moving abroad, research from Pebl found.
88% were interested in employers that allowed temporary work from another country.
68% preferred to remain based in the UK while gaining international experience through short-term assignments or global teams.
Just 19.4% wanted to relocate permanently.
62% believed their best career prospects were in the UK, while 68.1% preferred a UK-headquartered employer.
15.4% preferred an overseas employer.
Relocation costs were a barrier for 61%, while 53% cited visa or work authorisation requirements.
A lack of employer support or opportunities was reported by 40%.
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The research also found 88% believed working across countries and cultures would make them better leaders, while 83% said cross-cultural experience gave professionals a competitive advantage.
Francoise Brougher, chief executive of Pebl, said: “The traditional expat model is out of step with how the next generation wants to work.
“Companies no longer need an office in every market to offer meaningful global careers.
“Today’s employment infrastructure can connect people to teams, cultures and opportunities across borders without requiring a permanent move.”
Brougher added: “Employers that embrace that shift will have a powerful advantage in attracting and developing talent.
“Companies often think of international experience as something reserved for senior leaders.
“This research shows young professionals see it as a path to becoming a leader in the first place.”
UK employers received an average rating of 3.15 out of five for their readiness to offer global careers.
Communication and leadership ranked as the most important skills, while artificial intelligence (AI) skills ranked last.
76% believed working across different perspectives and cultures would become more valuable as artificial intelligence developed.