Candidate Job Landings in the Higher Education Industry
Average Weeks to Land a New Role
- Average Weeks to Land in the US
1
- Average Weeks for Exec to Land
1
- Average Weeks for Non-Exec to Land
1
2023
Higher Education
in Career Transition
Higher Education Highlights
Few Segments have Weathered Change Like Higher Education
In 2023, higher education faces a twofold challenge encompassing both the evolving landscape of learning and the shifting demands of talent. The proliferation of online platforms and digital resources has disrupted traditional classroom models, necessitating institutions to embrace innovative teaching methods and flexible learning formats. Concurrently, the demand for specialized and practical skills has redefined the concept of academic talent. Institutions are adapting by engaging industry experts, adjunct faculty, and remote instructors to offer students insights aligned with real-world scenarios. This dynamic interplay between educational delivery and talent requirements underscores the need for higher education to foster agility, relevance, and a seamless integration between academia and the ever-evolving demands of the job market.
Throughout 2022 and 2023, Right Management supported higher education leaders in evaluating current and future readiness of their teams, fostered the growth of key leaders, and assisted the transition of those who were not part of the organization’s future plans.
Hear from Our Higher Education Candidates
A Big Difference Was Made in their Lives...
“Losing my job felt a bit like losing my identity. I lost my routine, my community of work colleagues, and my confidence. Right Management helped me regain my confidence and develop a plan that worked for me.”
“I know that companies have laid people off and left them out to dry. I’m very thankful I didn’t have that. And, investing in outplacement sounds like not just the right thing to do, but the only thing to do.”
Important Observations in the Higher Education Industry
We Noticed Some Interesting Trends...
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Preparedness for a Search
After their program, 71% of higher ed candidates felt prepared for a job search. Compared to the 55% that felt prepared directly after separation.
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Positive View of Former Employer
60% of candidates would still recommend their previous employer as a place to work, and have an overall positive view of the company.
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Likelihood to Recommend
After completing their program with Right Management, 93% of transitioned employees would still purchase and recommend their previous employer's products.
Not Surprised
Coaches noticed that most candidates were sad to be selected, but not surprised given market conditions in the auto industry.
Mental Health & Wellbeing
Candidates appreciated the check-in from Right Management and they "felt like their employer wanted to ensure their wellbeing."
Robotic Notification
Candidates felt like the notification process was robotic and failed to address their questions.
AI Knowledge
Most companies have a need for digital transformation/AI knowledge and these skills are regularly listed in job postings.
Longer Tenure
Longer tenure leads to a much greater feeling of betrayal at a former employer after separation. Candidates feel as if they invested their life into a company and are left without a parachute.
Ageism
Many candidates who are separated and have been in the workforce for a long time worry that age will affect their ability to find a new job quickly.
Typical Project Volume & Utilization for Higher Education Candidates
Candidates Referred and Program Usage
- Advantage
Utilization
67%
- Elevate
Utilization
69%
- Edge
Utilization
67%
- Executive 6
Utilization
79%
- Executive 9
Utilization
89%
- Executive 12
Utilization
73%
Program Satisfaction & Top Resources
Candidate Survey Results
Response Count = 1,655
TouchPoint Score Count = 760
As global outplacement leaders, we take our candidates’ experience seriously. At the end of each coaching touchpoint, event, seminar, etc., we randomly sample an externally valid population of candidates to determine satisfaction and uncover areas for improvement.
This data is updated monthly and reflects 2022 responses.
- Overall Satisfaction
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%
- Coaching Received
1
%
- Events Attended
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Top Resources Used throughout Program
- Personal Branding
- Successful Cover Letters
- Interviewing Strategies
- Resume Development
- Intro to LinkedIn
- Advanced LinkedIn
- Negotiating Strategies
- Search Strategy and Networking
- Behavioral Interviewing
- Answering the Salary Question
Recommendations
Moving Forward...
To support the higher education industry we recommend the following:
- Connect to review industry data and share best practices
- After review, determine priority needs and available solutions
- Coordinate time to review tailored recommendations, timeline, and investment
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