Business and Economy

Recruitment and Retention

Many areas of Hampshire have low unemployment which can make it difficult to attract and retain high quality staff. High staff turnover is costly and can have a harmful effect on business performance. Motivated and satisfied people have a positive impact on company vitality and there are many things that you can do to develop your business in to an employer of choice.  

Why change your recruitment and retention practices?

• Increase morale

• Avoid the cost of labour turnover

• Reduce sickness and absence

• Comply with employment law

• Raise productivity

What steps can you take to achieve this?

• Introduce flexible working arrangements eg flexitime, part-time or term-time working

• Introduce homeworking

• Ensure staff have training opportunities

• Encourage social activities

• Develop a benefit scheme

Attracting and retaining talented people can help you to stay ahead of the competition. The Economic Development Office works on projects to help businesses do this. For more information on our recent homeworking project see the Matisse website.

For information on future projects contact:

Karen Narkiewicz on 01962 845719 or e-mail

Karen.narkiewicz@hants.gov.uk