The Workplace of The Future: Millennials and Gen Zs in France Call for Travel Perks, Flexible Working Hours & Purpose‑Driven Work

• 78% of survey respondents said it was important to work for a company with purpose
• 82% said social interactions were important to them in the workplace
• 70% of people confirmed that diversity and inclusion in the workplace were important factors for choosing a job
• Post pandemic, new data reveals that the most desirable new skills that Millennials and Gen Zs wish to learn are cooking (34%), a new language (33%) and coding (19%)
• One in 10 people said that being a chef is their dream job
• 60% of respondents favour the ability to travel with work

PARIS – Millennials and Gen Zs in France have revealed what makes the perfect job in a post-pandemic workplace, with flexible working arrangements, travel opportunities, the opportunity to contribute to purposeful work, and diversity in the workplace, as the most important factors. The findings were disclosed in a new survey of Millennials (26 to 41-year-olds) and Gen Zs (18 to 25-year-olds) commissioned by Hilton (NYSE: HLT).

While the findings show that the perfect job should include the ability to meet new people, sample different roles and offer a work-life balance, organisations with strong policies on social and environmental issues were likely to appeal to 60% of those aged between 18-41.

The survey also revealed that a diverse and inclusive workplace is important for 70% of Millennials and Gen Zs. Respondents feel that human connection is more important than ever in a post-pandemic world, with 82% valuing social interaction in the workplace. Furthermore, 76% of 18 to 41-year-olds felt it is important for employers to have strong welfare policies, with 16% also revealing they thought about switching jobs in the past year over concerns for their mental health and wellbeing. 

In addition, 46% of Millennials and Gen Zs are united in considering a career in hospitality over the past 12 months; ranking the ability to learn new skills (23%), meet new people from different backgrounds (21%), the opportunity to travel (21%), and variety of work (21%) as the most attractive features.

The research identified a generational divide in what people value when it comes to their careers, with Millennials prioritising flexible working arrangements (82%), while 82% of Gen Zs value career development opportunities. The findings also identified that traditional jobs such as builder (5%) or teacher (10%) are no longer in favour, compared with the likes of a social media influencer (16%).

David Kelly, senior vice president, Continental Europe, Hilton said, “Our research shows that the pandemic has shifted how we think about work, and I am proud that Hilton has continued to evolve to meet the ever-changing needs of its teams. We lead with culture and are fiercely committed to create a truly diverse and meaningful work environment where individuals are empowered with the tools, technology, and culture to unleash their full potential.”

“We know that when we invest in our team members, our guests and communities also benefit. It’s why we’re so committed to providing industry-leading benefits, from life-changing travel opportunities, to ensuring a sense of belonging for every team member – this is how we make Hilton a great place to work. We are thrilled to be recruiting 800 new team members across Europe including countless roles at our 20 hotels in France, with a variety of positions on offer, such as chefs, front desk, engineering, and mixology.”

Hilton has hotels in more than 122 countries and territories around the world. In France, Hilton currently has 20 properties, with six opening in the last 12 months alone, and plans to open more than 20 additional hotels in the coming years. In addition to continuing hotel openings in the capital, Hilton plans to strengthen its presence throughout France, especially in major resorts and regional cities. Hilton is recruiting for positions in hotels across the country, in properties including Hilton Paris La Defense, Canopy by Hilton Paris Trocadero and Hilton Evian les Bains. 

Hilton has a strong commitment to creating a diverse workplace culture and has fostered community partnerships, including Clean the World in France. Hilton recently ranked as #2 Best Workplace, and the top hospitality company in France by Great Place to Work®.* 

Hilton pays particular attention to the well-being of its employees by offering attractive working conditions, competitive benefits, great recognition and support for their personal and professional development.  Hilton has rolled out a travel discount program, Go Hilton, for team members, their families and friends, as well as ongoing training and apprenticeship programs, to help each team member achieve their career aspirations.

For more information about a career at Hilton, visit jobs.hilton.com

Notes to Editors

*Hilton ranked #2 in France’s Best Workplaces list by Great Place to Work® in 2022 in the category of 250 – 1000 employees.

Methodology

OnePoll surveyed 1000 respondents in France from 5^th May – 12^th May 2022. The survey was conducted online using panel members who are credited to participate in surveys. Respondents aged 18-41 were targeted using screening questions and profile data in order to ensure the correct demographic was achieved.