Generation Next: managing talent in the public sector

The fourth and final in a series of sector-specific Generation Next studies, this report explores the work preferences and career aspirations of the youngest professionals in the public sector, globally.

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Analysis of over 1,410 respondents from the global 2016 Generation Next survey, showed that:

  • experience in the finance function of the public sector is a valued platform for success
  • 'clear career paths' and 'experience at work' are the two key factors for attracting and keeping talent in the public sector
  • job satisfaction in the public sector is lower than other sectors, probably stemming from difficulties reported with organisational cultural
  • they are willing to leave the public sector at some point in their career, with a large percentage attracted to the corporate sector, and
  • they have the highest entrepreneurial intention of any sector.

The trends highlighted hold significant implications for the future of talent in a sector facing many forces of change. Yet whatever strategies they decide to adopt, it is essential that public sector employers recognise the importance of talent management as a key component of their future strategies.