Monday, 25 August 2025
A survey by Genesis Property shows that nearly six in ten Romanian employees believe their employers could do more to support both professional and personal development. The study, conducted on a nationally representative sample of 1,012 respondents, highlights rising expectations in a period marked by economic pressures and slower wage growth.
More than half of those surveyed said they would like to see additional benefits from their employers. Close to half expressed interest in performance-based bonuses, while many also called for more time off or access to wellness-related services such as massage and psychotherapy. The findings suggest that employees increasingly value non-monetary support to balance professional growth with personal well-being.
Commenting on the results, Elena Panait, Head of Leasing & ComYunitY at Genesis Property, said professional advancement and personal development are now inseparable. She noted that environments fostering learning, reflection, and authenticity help employees not only remain with their employers but also grow and contribute more fully.
The study also found that more than 80 percent of Romanian employees continue to see the office environment as essential for career development. This aligns with broader research showing that teleworking remains less widespread in Romania compared with other EU countries, largely due to the structure of the national workforce.
Context from the wider labor market underscores why employees place growing emphasis on benefits and supportive workplace cultures. A Randstad Romania survey earlier in 2025 showed that most employers planned salary increases of between six and ten percent, yet many workers viewed this as insufficient. Other research by Undelucram.ro reported that 43 percent of Romanian employees are dissatisfied with their current pay, and nearly two-thirds would consider changing jobs for higher salaries.
At the same time, studies suggest that salary alone does not determine satisfaction. Research published in Sustainability has shown that greater flexibility in work arrangements and access to supportive workplace resources can significantly boost job satisfaction.
Genesis Property notes that these trends are informing its long-term plans, including the completion of YUNITY Park in Bucharest. The project’s next stage, the Innovation Center, is due to open following an additional €20 million investment, continuing efforts to create office environments that combine professional and personal growth opportunities.
