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Summary of Poznań's Investment and Office Market Trends (Q4 2025)

Core Content

Poznań is emerging as a highly attractive city for investors and businesses in Central and Eastern Europe. It consistently ranks well in various business and quality of life indices, including being the only Polish city listed in the Forbes ranking of the 20 best cities for Americans to live, invest, and work in Europe. The city is also recognized for its smart city initiatives, green areas, and rich cultural life, making it an appealing destination for both residents and companies.

Office Market Overview

• Office Stock: At the end of Q4 2025, Poznań had a total of 678,000 sq m of modern office space, ranking 6th among Polish office markets by size.
• Supply: 78,000 sq m of office space was under construction, the highest volume among regional Polish cities. The largest ongoing project is AND2, a 40,000 sq m office development by the Von der Heyden Group, expected to be completed by mid-2027.
• Take-Up: Office demand in Poznań reached 72,000 sq m in 2025, marking an 8% year-on-year increase. The vacancy rate was 13.9%, one of the lowest in regional markets.
• Leasing Activity: 53% of the total transaction volume was due to renegotiations, surpassing new leases for the first time in four years. This indicates a more cost-conscious tenant approach.
• Rent and Service Charges: Asking rents typically range between EUR 11.50 and 16.00 / sq m / month, while service charges range from PLN 17.00 to 29.00 / sq m / month. Top floors in prestigious buildings may have significantly higher rates.

Investment Attractiveness

Poznań is ranked 1st in several key categories:

• City of the Year – CEE Investment Awards 2025
• Investor-Friendly City – Prime Property Prize 2025
• Attractive Location in the City Centre – ABSL ranking
• Best City in Poland for Quality of Life – ABSL ranking
• Smart City Award – for cities with over 300,000 inhabitants
• Economics category – Oxford Economics Global Cities Index

The city also benefits from:

• A rich array of leisure and recreation opportunities
• Green areas of 128.3 sq km
• 351 km of bike paths
• A well-developed real estate promotion strategy, including participation in MIPIM and the Poznan Housing Fair
• 24 universities and 100,000 students, contributing to a strong talent pool
• 24,500 graduates annually, supporting the local workforce
• A modern public transport system with electric and hybrid vehicles
• Smart City Poznan application, which won an award for communication with citizens

Labour Market Trends – Energy Sector

The energy sector, particularly renewables, energy storage, and offshore projects, is driving strong demand for highly qualified professionals. Key trends include:

• Salary Growth Stabilisation: While salaries are stabilising, top specialists still command high pay.
• High Demand for Engineers: Roles such as installation designers, grid connection specialists, automation engineers, and SCADA experts are in high demand, with salaries in Warsaw ranging from PLN 14,000–15,000 (gross) for junior roles to PLN 19,000–21,000 for senior positions.
• Grid Managers: Due to their critical role, they can expect salaries over PLN 20,000, with some reaching PLN 35,000.
• Specialised Roles: Positions like land acquisition managers, wind project developers, and offshore project roles command PLN 16,000–34,000.
• Skills Gap: A key challenge is the skills gap due to the education system lagging behind the energy transition. Technical universities are only beginning to adapt their curricula.
• Candidate-Driven Market: The market is candidate-driven, especially for highly technical and experienced professionals. For less experienced candidates, recruitment is more selective.
• Benefits and Flexibility: As salary growth slows, benefits packages and flexible work models are becoming more important in attracting talent.

Key Highlights

• Poznań is a smart city with modern infrastructure and eco-friendly initiatives.
• The energy transition is accelerating due to EU climate regulations, creating new job opportunities and investment potential.
• Investor support includes dedicated project managers, employer branding, and cooperation with special economic zones.
• The city has strong support for startups and innovation, with education at all levels playing a key role.

Contacts

• Knight Frank Poland:

  • Research: Dorota Lachowska
  • Valuation & Advisory: Małgorzata Krzystek
  • CEO: Charles Taylor
  • Commercial Agency: T-REP Piotr Kalisz
  • Strategic Consulting EMEA: Marta Sobieszczak
  • Capital Markets: Krzysztof Cipiur
  • Industrial Agency: Przemysław Pietak

• Poznań Investor Relations Department:

  • Email: investor@um.poznan.pl
  • Phone: (+48) 618785428
  • Address: ul. Za Bramkaj 1, 61-842 Poznan

• Michael Page (Salary Guide 2026):

  • Contact: Antoni Komsta
  • Phone: +48 667 995 399
  • Website: www.michaelpage.pl

Conclusion

Poznań is a highly attractive investment destination in CEE, supported by strong economic growth, low vacancy rates, and a growing, skilled workforce. The energy sector is driving significant demand for technical specialists, and the city is actively working to improve quality of life and support innovation through smart city initiatives and education reforms.