Ryan FowlerScottish staff are calling for more training and development, but employers are failing to provide the necessary support, according to Robert Half.
Data from the recruitment specialist’s Jobs Confidence Index reveals that 68% of workers in Scotland value skills-based training over formal degrees, while 73% see job-specific training as vital for career growth.
Despite this, Robert Half’s 2025 Salary Guide shows that only 45% of employees have access to in-house training, and just 31% receive paid time off for external learning.
Reggie McMahon, branch director for Scotland at Robert Half, said: “Our data suggests that workers are crying out for the chance to upskill and improve their performance at work, but some companies aren’t offering this or creating an environment that supports continued learning and development.”
He added: “Aside from the productivity boost, upskilling could also help close long-standing skills gaps. If firms want to succeed in the New Year, they need robust training programmes to support both attraction and retention.”
