2022-06-22-万宝盛华-2022Q3中国雇佣前景调查报告_63页_3mb

Chinese Employment Outlook Slows, Yet 16-Year High of Talent Shortage Recorded in Third Quarter (Except Hong Kong, Macau, Taiwan)

• 2022 Q3 net employment outlook index in Mainland China stands at +29%, indicating a slowdown in hiring. 11 out of 12 regions/cities expect to hire more staff.
• Central China showed the most positive outlook (+39%), while Shanghai (+29%) and other Eastern regions saw slight declines. Primary manufacturing (+37%) and large enterprises (+35%) exhibit strong hiring intentions.
• Over 80% of companies face talent shortages, up 55 percentage points year-on-year, reaching double the 2010 level (40%).
• Micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises face the most significant talent acquisition challenges, though all regions/cities and industries report shortages.
• Top sectors reporting difficulty filling positions: Primary manufacturing, wholesale/retail, and other services.
• Globally, 75% of companies report talent shortages, also at a 16-year high. IT/communication/media, banking, and construction lead in demand.
• Jonas Prising emphasized the need for collective action to address skills gaps exacerbated by digital transformation.