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Remember the logical structure

A CV should be a well-thought-out document with a logical structure that will allow you to convey information in an orderly way. A professionally prepared document should certainly include information such as: personal and contact details, professional experience, achievements, skills, education, knowledge of languages, interests and a clause with consent to the processing of personal data. It is best to separate the indicated information as separate parts so that the recruiter can easily find the information they are looking for. When describing your experience, it is worth using the principle of the so-called “reverse chronology”, because a potential employer will be much more interested in your recent professional experience than the one from a few years ago. It is also important to take care of the selection of information. The recruiter does not necessarily have to be interested in the candidate’s marital status, but information about the period of time in which he worked in a given company will be very important to him.

Match the content of your CV to the advertisement

There is no such thing as a universal CV, so sending the same application for every position can bring unsatisfactory results. You should always consider which of your competences and professional experience will be crucial for the position you are applying for. For example, if you want to develop as an HR specialist and work in a financial company, include in your CV only those experiences and skills that will be the basis for the recruiter to conclude that you will find yourself in the role. Emphasizing the qualities desired for a given position, or indicating experience in the implementation of specific projects, is the best proof for the recruiter that you are not a random person and that you know the content of the advertisement well.

Define your career goal

One job advertisement sometimes receives up to several hundred CVs. No wonder that recruiters do not have time to carefully analyze each application. In this situation, it is worth taking care to distinguish your application from other candidates by placing your professional goal at the beginning of the document. If the CV is prepared for a specific offer, it is important that the professional goal is consistent with the position offered. Include it especially if the employer does not require a cover letter. This way you can tell them why you are applying here and in what direction you want to develop. Ideally, the professional goal should be consistent with experience, competences, skills and interests. You can focus on describing a short-term goal, such as developing your skills in a specific position, or a long-term goal, such as professional development in a given industry.

Keep your document clear

The impression our application makes on the recruiter can determine whether they will read it at all, so the CV should be refined both from the substantive and visual side. The aesthetics and clarity of a document are determined not only by its logical division into parts, but also by the appropriate display of important information. It is also important to have the right page layout, maintain margins and align the text to the left, which makes the document easier to read. Consistency in text formatting is also important. The font type and size, line spacing, bullet type, and highlighting in the text should be consistent throughout the document. Also remember about the appropriate length of the document – if you don’t want to bore the recruiter, it’s best to fit everything on two pages.

When describing your successes, refer to numbers

General declarations about competences, skills or preparation for the performance of given duties are never as convincing as showing measurable results of one’s work. Usually, employers expect a newly hired person to increase the efficiency of the department’s work or project implementation, so when describing experience in a CV, it is best to support it with numerical data. For example, if you are applying for the position of a sales specialist, provide information on how many customers and in what time you managed to acquire for your previous employer. If you are applying for a job in organizing an event, provide the return on investment that was achieved by implementing a similar project.

According to experts, staff shortages in the transport, logistics and manufacturing industries will deepen in 2024. Construction workers should also have no problem finding a job. However, it turns out that the growing demand is not always accompanied by an increase in salaries, and the gap between wages in individual voivodeships is huge. How much can the most sought-after employees in Podkarpacie earn?

According to the latest Occupational Barometer, i.e. the forecast of demand for professions in Poland, in 2024 there will be a shortage of workforce in 29 professions. In the analysis, prepared at the request of the Ministry of Family, Labour and Social Policy by the Provincial Labour Office in Krakow, we will also find professions that have been at the top of the ranking continuously since its first publication in 2016. Interestingly, as many as 3/4 of them are professions dominated by men: carpenters, carpenters, roofers and construction tinsmiths, truck and tractor drivers, machine tool operators, welders.

“The beginning of the new year shows that there is still a shortage of specialists with vocational education. As last year, the problem occurs with manual workers in the construction, manufacturing, transport and logistics industries – says Sylwia Michałowska, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group. Experts emphasize that this is not a new phenomenon at all, and there are many reasons for the shortage of workers. “This trend is not new and will continue to grow due to the pace of business development, unfavourable demographic situation and the education system that is not best suited to the requirements of the modern labour market ,” explains Hubert Laśkiewicz, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

What is the situation in Podkarpacie?

Podkarpacie is a specific and quite difficult labour market. The largest number of well-paid offers is in industrial districts and large cities in the region. At the very top of the list of shortage occupations in the province were electricians, electromechanics and electricians, as well as truck and tractor drivers. The Occupational Barometer 2024 shows that bus drivers, welders, earthmoving equipment operators and mechanics should also have no problem finding or changing jobs this year. Vacancies will be difficult to fill in construction companies and in all positions that require significant physical effort.

“The best proof that local markets are not able to meet the needs of our economy in terms of human resources is the fact that more and more entrepreneurs are reaching for employees from distant regions of the world – from Asia and South America ,” says Hubert Laśkiewicz, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

The manufacturing and transport industry will make money

Representatives of shortage professions in the production and transport and logistics industries can earn quite well this year. According to labour market experts, the rates for the most sought-after employees in these sectors are comparable to those in Lower Silesia and Mazovia, where the average salary is much higher.

“The salary grid in the manufacturing industry in the Podkarpacie region is quite stretched. Experienced carpenters can count on up to PLN 9,820 gross, electricians and electromechanics per month are able to earn PLN 9,500 gross, and machine tool operators up to PLN 8,250 gross. Of course, we are talking about qualified specialists. The rates for midfielders are much lower – says Justyna Gosk, Chief Operating Officer at LeasingTeam Group. “Locksmiths and welders employed under an employment contract earn from the lowest national wage to PLN 7,820 and PLN 6,500 gross, respectively ,” adds Justyna Gosk.

Truck drivers certainly cannot complain about low wages. According to the data of the LeasingTeam employment agency, in companies in the Podkarpackie region, they can earn from PLN 4,800 to even PLN 12,000 gross. These amounts are similar to those offered in Lower Silesia (PLN 5,000 – PLN 11,500 gross) and slightly lower than in the Mazowieckie Voivodeship (PLN 9,000 – PLN 11,500 gross). On the other hand, bus drivers will earn less, as they can count on PLN 4,242 to PLN 7,800 gross under an employment contract. For comparison, in Warsaw or Wrocław, employers are able to offer them up to PLN 9,000 gross.

Rebuilding the mood in the construction industry?

The turn of January and February is a period of increased recruitment in the construction industry. Companies are already preparing for the spring season, when investments will start in full swing. Although the latest data from the Central Statistical Office (GUS) say that 70.2 per cent of entrepreneurs in this sector report difficulties related to employment costs, the general business sentiment index for the construction industry has definitely improved compared to the previous year (in December it was – 13.2 points, and in the same month a year earlier – 23.9 points). There is also a noticeable decrease in barriers related to the uncertain economic situation and the cost of materials. How does this translate into the number of job offers and earnings?

“Construction companies in the Podkarpacie region are mainly looking for operators and mechanics of earthmoving equipment, to whom they are able to offer up to PLN 9,200 gross. Nearly PLN 8,000 gross can be counted on by pavers, finishing workers and building installation fitters – says Justyna Gosk from LeasingTeam Group. “However, the salaries of other employees in the construction industry are already 30-40 percent lower than in the Mazowieckie Voivodeship or the western part of the country – adds Justyna Gosk.

According to the calculations of experts from LeasingTeam, carpenters and carpenters can earn from PLN 4,560 to PLN 7,520 gross in the Podkarpacie region, bricklayers, plasterers and other construction workers up to PLN 7,000 gross, roofers and tinsmiths up to PLN 6,520 gross, and concrete workers and steel fixers up to PLN 5,889 gross. However, it is worth noting that many offers are still oscillating around the lowest national wage. The wage disparities are confirmed by GUS data from November 2023, which show that only in two voivodeships in Poland average wages in the construction sector are below PLN 6,000 gross. This is the Świętokrzyskie Voivodeship, where construction workers earn an average of PLN 5,558 gross, and the Subcarpathian Voivodeship, with an average salary of PLN 5,790 gross. It is also worth adding that construction is the sector in which wages are growing the slowest. The Central Statistical Office reports that wages in this industry increased by only 7.5 per cent over the last year. However, this may soon change, as the minimum wage is rising at a record pace, and workers in the construction industry are among the main beneficiaries of these increases.

For the 16th time, the editors of Forbes magazine have selected the winners of the Forbes Diamonds ranking. The prestigious group of companies that have increased their value the most in the last three years includes LeasingTeam Professional and IT LeasingTeam. The awarded companies, belonging to the LeasingTeam Capital Group, have been providing HR consulting services, recruiting key employees and supporting business processes of Polish and global corporations for several years.

Forbes Diamonds is an annual ranking prepared by the editors of the Forbes monthly, in cooperation with Dun & Bradstreet. Its aim is to identify the most dynamically developing Polish companies in a given region, which have achieved the highest average annual increase in value. 16. edition of the Diamonds once again turned out to be lucky for LeasingTeam Group. LeasingTeam Professional and IT LeasingTeam can boast of being on the list of Forbes Diamonds 2024 winners. It is worth recalling that in 2023, the Forbes Diamond was awarded to LeasingTeam Group.

LeasingTeam Professional, which provides comprehensive personnel consulting services, specializes in permanent recruitment for managerial positions, as well as temporary work and outsourcing of office workers. The company offers proprietary solutions in the field of human resources management, such as the TalentPoint platform for digitization of processes and digital HR services.

“Our presence in the Forbes Diamonds 2024 ranking confirms our belief that the commitment and passion with which we create LeasingTeam Professional is reflected in the quality of the services we provide. We promise that we will not rest on our laurels and will continue to strive to raise standards in the area of recruitment, outsourcing and temporary work, focusing on full professionalism and partner relations with clients – says Anna Kurczewska-Formela, Director of the Recruitment Department at LeasingTeam Professional.

IT LeasingTeam provides services in the field of acquiring high-class specialists and management staff in the IT area, as well as develops and implements modern technological solutions as part of process outsourcing. The company provides complete project teams, provides programming services and automates business processes.

“At IT LeasingTeam, we believe in the power of experience and knowledge, which we use to build teams of experts. A distinction in such a prestigious ranking as Forbes Diamonds 2024 is a confirmation of the market value of our company and the trust that our contractors have in us. It is also a motivation for us to further develop and provide innovative technological solutions that will meet the expectations of even the most demanding customers – says Anita Dąbrowska, Member of the Management Board at IT LeasingTeam.

The Forbes Diamonds list is developed on the basis of the Swiss method of valuation of companies, taking into account financial results and the value of assets. Companies must be profitable and have high current liquidity and not be in arrears. Companies that meet these conditions must also demonstrate a positive financial result and the value of equity. This year’s ranking uses official data from 2018-2022, such as the level of sales, net profit, value of fixed assets, inventories, receivables and capital expenditures.

How does a temporary employment agency work?

Hiring employees on a temporary basis is actually renting them from another entity – an employment agency. This is also called employee leasing. The employment agency is an intermediary entity in this case. It concludes two contracts – one with the employee and the other with the so-called user employer. Formally, the employee is employed by the agency, which means many benefits for the user employer. The most important thing is to minimize formal obligations related to, m.in others, HR and payroll, personal data protection, drafting contracts, paying contributions, etc. The temporary employment agency is also liable for any damage caused by the employee and is obliged to pay compensation if it occurs.

Temporary work – when does it make sense?

Temporary work is an ideal solution in many situations. Due to the fact that it covers a fixed-term contract and allows for its termination with a short notice period and without the need to pay severance pay, it works especially well when:

It should only be remembered that temporary work cannot replace permanent work. One employee may be employed in this way by a specific employer for a maximum of 18 months (in total) over a 36-month period. The only exception is a situation in which a temporary employee replaces a permanent employee – then the contract may cover a maximum of 36 months. After the end of the temporary work contract, the employee can be offered permanent employment in the company – then the new contract is concluded only outside the user employer and the employee and may include completely different conditions, as agreed by the parties.

Temporary work – the most popular industries

Temporary work is a solution that works in virtually every business under certain circumstances, because it allows you to hire employees on flexible terms, as well as reduce costs. However, the greatest demand for temporary work applies to seasonal industries, as well as those that are extremely susceptible to economic fluctuations.

In which industries are additional hands most often sought through temporary employment agencies?

All of the above-mentioned industries have one thing in common – it is not profitable for employers to maintain a constant level of employment throughout the year. In addition, when there is additional demand for work, there is not enough time to recruit competent employees, and at the same time the need to conduct such recruitment would be associated with considerable costs. Therefore, temporary work is an excellent solution for companies operating in these industries, provided by a temporary employment agency with a database of free candidates.

Characteristics of temporary workers

When considering the employment of temporary workers in your company, who are de facto employed by a temporary employment agency, it is worth familiarizing yourself with the characteristics of such employees. Usually, these are people who, at some stage of their lives, consciously and for various reasons, give up traditional, permanent employment in favor of greater flexibility.

Among temporary workers, you can find people who, thanks to flexible employment, combine work with education or other responsibilities, such as family duties. In some cases, they are interested in short-term contracts, corresponding to the fluctuations prevailing in various industries. In this model, a temporary worker takes up employment for six months to take care of other duties for the next six months.

Many temporary workers are highly qualified. Their additional advantage is their previous professional career, which is associated with experience with various employers. Thanks to this, the introduction of a temporary employee to his new duties is not the slightest problem, which is a kind of essence of temporary work, where saving time is extremely important. There is also a high probability that a proven temporary worker, as a result of experience with a new employer, will be interested in taking up permanent cooperation, which the employer may use when there is a need to fill another full-time position.

Temporary work – why is it worth it?

Temporary work offers many benefits for user employers. The already mentioned transfer of most of the formalities to the agency is only one of them. In addition, cooperation with a reputable company provides:

By working with an agency such as Leasing Team, you can receive ongoing support in the employment of temporary workers. Adjust employment to your current needs without worrying about details!

Our many years of experience in providing temporary employment services has allowed us to develop a model of cooperation that meets the needs of our clients, including Polish and global corporations. Every month, we delegate nearly 10 thousand temporary workers to companies throughout the country.

Benefits of implementing a temporary employment service for the user employer:

  • quick acquisition of sought-after employees,
  • flexible adjustment of employment to the company’s needs,
  • recognition of the cost of temporary work services as a variable cost,
  • relieving the HR department – focusing on key tasks,
  • documentation and HR and payroll settlement on the part of the employment agency,
  • handling additional orders without the need to create additional jobs.

Temporary work and a contract of mandate

Temporary work can be an excellent solution for companies that have so far solved the problem of additional demand for employees with the help of civil law contracts. In this contact, one of the most important advantages of using temporary workers is the fact that their recruitment does not consume additional time and costs, so they are available immediately.

However, this is not the end of the advantages of temporary work compared to hiring additional employees under civil law contracts. Cooperation with a temporary employment agency usually allows you to find better candidates immediately.

In the modern labor market, people interested in flexible forms of employment are more likely to choose temporary work, because thanks to employment by an agency, they retain the right to sick pay, a notice period, as well as a holiday of two days per month. All this is not guaranteed by a contract of mandate, which thus becomes an unattractive solution from the employee’s point of view, and therefore does not attract the best candidates available on the market.

The success of a company is determined by the high motivation of employees. In this respect, employees seconded by a temporary employment agency look much better than people employed on flexible terms on the basis of civil law contracts. Temporary workers from agencies are people who consciously choose this form of employment to gain further professional experience, complete their education, and find a career path with which they associate their future. Thanks to all these factors, they are highly motivated from their first day with their new employer, and the obligations towards the employee fulfilled by the agency itself contribute to this.

Temporary work as an alternative to overtime

Temporary work is increasingly chosen by companies as an alternative to overtime. Admittedly, the latter solution has its advantages, provided that it is done with the consent of employees. They are encouraged to take overtime by the possibility of additional earnings, especially when it is associated with better-paid work on weekends.

However, overtime is not the most effective solution to increase the efficiency of the company in the long run. Firstly, employees who work overtime become more tired after some time and lose motivation to work. Secondly, due to increased rates, overtime is sometimes no longer profitable for the employer in the long run.

A temporary employment agency providing additional employees perfectly fills this gap. The company gains employees who are perfectly motivated and prepared to perform their duties, and the agency provides full service, not counting the working time records. The employer also does not have to worry about whether full-time employees will accept overtime. This is a classic situation in which three parties win – the employer, full-time employees and temporary workers.

Leasing Team temporary employment agency – why us?

The Leasing Team temporary employment agency has many years of experience in employee leasing. We support employers in the development of their businesses, helping them to adjust employment to their current needs. We deal with both recruitment and issues related to employee retention and formal employment. Thanks to this, the employer user is burdened with a minimum of obligations. Our co-workers value our reliability and commitment, which is confirmed by positive opinions about us.

We start cooperation in the field of temporary work by thoroughly identifying your needs and agreeing on favorable terms of cooperation. Then, using various channels, we recruit, looking for the perfect candidates for given positions. We seconded employees to the user employer and take care of all related documentation.

Our experience and extensive database of potential candidates mean that we will always find the best available specialists who will immediately help you take your business to the next level. Importantly, our temporary employment agency has so far cooperated with companies representing various industries, not only those characterized by seasonality, so regardless of the nature of our client’s business, we always find the most optimal solutions.

As our customer, you are basically only responsible for the temporary worker’s working time records. Each month, you settle accounts with us, in accordance with the rules contained in the contract, and we take care of calculating employee salaries, paying contributions and other formalities. We bear full legal and social responsibility for the temporary workers we hire, and in case of any problems, we are at your disposal! Contact us and find out more!

It is with undisguised pride and great joy that we announce that LeasingTeam Group has been included in the prestigious list of the best Personnel Consulting Agencies in Poland in 2023, prepared by the Business Insider magazine. The award was granted for “reliability and approach to cooperation with both the candidate and the client”. T For us, it is an excellent confirmation of the high quality of our services and an inspiration for further hard work.

Thank you! And we assure you: we will not rest on our laurels.

A full list of the best Personnel Consulting Agencies in 2023 in Poland is available at the link:
The Best Personnel Consulting Agencies in Poland (businessinsider.com.pl).

Rising employment costs make entrepreneurs more and more willing to recruit young people who are still studying. However, labour market experts note that students are no longer treated as cheap labour. Companies invest in their development, because nowadays it is easier to raise an employee than to hire an experienced specialist.

Record low unemployment, an ageing society and the resulting decline in the number of people of working age have meant that we have been dealing with an employee’s market for some time now. However, entrepreneurs do not have so many reasons to be optimistic. As much as a twofold increase in the minimum wage in 2024 will be a considerable burden for many companies. It will also contribute to wage pressure from employees, who will not be affected by the systemic increases. Forced to look for savings, entrepreneurs are already reaching out for a generation that has just entered the labor market. The cost of maintaining an employee who is under 26 years of age is much lower.

– In 2024, the maintenance of one employee earning the national minimum wage will cost about PLN 62,000 per year. No wonder that employers are looking for solutions that will allow not only for the development of the company, but above all for reducing employment costs. In the case of many positions to be filled, which in the context of competence requirements are consistent with the qualifications of young people, employers will bet on them, because the income of a person up to 26 years of age is exempt from income tax up to an amount that does not exceed PLN 85,528 in a tax year – explains Marcin Chęsiak, Sales Director at LeasingTeam Group. “ In addition, in the case of employing students on the basis of a civil law contract, the employer does not have to pay health and social security contributions for them ,” adds Oliwia Szopa, lawyer, trainee attorney-at-law at LeasingTeam Group.

It is worth investing in employees

According to data from the Central Statistical Office of June 2023, two sectors of the economy are most dominated by young people: information and communication (including IT) and accommodation and catering. In the former, the median age is 35 years, and in the second, it is 37. A lot of young people are also employed in industry, trade and services. It can be seen that more and more people, mainly due to the rising cost of living, are trying to combine education with work. The matter has definitely been facilitated by the spread of remote or hybrid work. Interestingly, a certain pattern that has been common over the years is also changing. In the past, a young person took a job that allowed him to combine his professional duties with study, stayed in the company for one or two years at the most and looked for a better-paid job. Today, students can choose from a wide range of offers, and companies no longer treat them as temporary workers. According to experts, this trend will intensify in the coming years. Employers will strive to keep young people as long as possible and offer them a real path of development from the very beginning.

“In the face of rising labour costs, supervisors will want to make full use of the resources of young employees, scaling their potential and developing their skills, for example through training cycles. Thanks to this, they will be sure that despite the increase in costs after the employee is over 26 years of age, it is worth keeping them in a given position. Especially since such a person already knows the company’s organizational processes perfectly and has the ability to achieve specific business goals – explains Marcin Chęsiak, Sales Director at LeasingTeam Group.

The modern labour market is constantly evolving, posing new challenges to employers related to attracting and retaining employees. Investing in young employees in today’s world simply pays off – not only does it allow you to reduce labor costs here and now, but it also brings long-term savings to the company. Such activities improve the efficiency of the entire team, build employee loyalty and increase the attractiveness of the organization as an employer.

“The costs associated with time-consuming, not always successful recruitment or the very introduction of new employees from outside to the organization are undoubtedly much greater than the investment in the development of the current employees. No wonder that more and more companies, especially international corporations, invest in young people and develop their competences. Integrated with the company and knowing its needs, with the support of those more experienced, they can provide a solid foundation for the stability and development of the company – sums up Marcin Chęsiak, Sales Director at LeasingTeam Group.

Christmas is a time when it is worth slowing down a bit and taking care of those who need support. On December 10, the Children’s Joy Foundation organizes Christmas Eve for the sixth time for the charges of M-GOPS Piaseczno and local orphanages. During the event, the youngest will have the opportunity to meet Santa Claus, take advantage of numerous attractions, but above all, feel the real magic of Christmas. Thanks to the commitment of donors, children will also receive packages full of sweets, toys and school supplies. The organizers encourage residents and local companies to join the campaign.

The initiator and organizer of the first Joyful Christmas Eve, which took place in 2004, was the local community of the Piaseczno commune, which wanted to support children from the poorest families. For six years, the event has been organized by the Children’s Joy Foundation, created by LeasingTeam Group – a long-time sponsor of the campaign. Thanks to the commitment of partners, sponsors and private donors, last year Santa Claus gave gifts to a record number of 270 children. This year, another record may be set, which is why the organizers encourage everyone willing to join the campaign. This can be done by donating gifts to Christmas packages such as toys, school supplies, cosmetics, balls, etc. or by making a donation to the account of the Children’s Joy Foundation.

– The organization of a Joyful Christmas Eve is not only an opportunity for us to celebrate, but also a chance to bring help to those who need it most. Together, as a community, we will once again make this Christmas magical for the charges of M-GOPS and Children’s Homes. It is during this period that the bond and closeness with another person is extremely important, especially for the youngest. We also strongly encourage everyone willing to fund gifts for children. Anyone can join the campaign, both private donors and companies – emphasizes Weronika Jarosz, Member of the Management Board of the Children’s Joy Foundation.

The Children’s Joy Foundation has prepared unusual attractions for children, thanks to which the next Christmas Eve will be unforgettable. The youngest, in addition to the long-awaited meeting with Santa Claus, will be able to admire martial arts shows and dance performances. There will also be inflatables, face painting and refreshments waiting for the participants.

Every year, the Happy Christmas Eve is supported by the city authorities, the Municipal Social Welfare Centre, local entrepreneurs and numerous sponsors. This year’s Christmas Eve will take place on December 10 at the Krzysztof Kamil Baczyński Primary School No. 5 at 14 Szkolna Street in Piaseczno. Traditionally, it will be attended by the charges of M-GOPS in Piaseczno and Children’s Homes in Pęchery, Czernice Borowe and Szczutów.

Contact to the organizers of the Happy Christmas Eve: +48 733 607 190 or by e-mail: m.burak@leasing.jellydev2.pl.

In 2024, there will be a record increase in the minimum wage so far. According to some experts, such a financial injection for the lowest earners will affect all Poles. It will have a negative impact on employee sentiment, lead to the impoverishment of the middle class and further increases in the prices of products and services.

Raising the national minimum wage twice in 2024, to PLN 4242 gross from January and to PLN 4300 gross from July, and the hourly rate to PLN 27.70 and PLN 28.10 respectively, will be a big challenge for entrepreneurs. Especially from the SME sector, where the minimum wage already exceeds 50 percent of the average wage.

“From January 2024, the total cost of maintaining one employee on the minimum wage will be 20% higher than at the beginning of this year. However, if we go back to 2022, we are already dealing with an over 40 percent increase in costs incurred by the employer – sums up Hubert Laśkiewicz, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

It should be remembered that in addition to the gross amount that the employee sees on the employment contract, the employer must pay a number of other contributions. The total cost of hiring an employee for the lowest national wage from January 2024 will therefore be just over PLN 5,100, and in the second half of the year almost PLN 5,200. Along with the increase in the minimum wage, other benefits will also increase, such as the allowance for night work or the basis for calculating sickness benefit.

The manufacturing industry, cleaning and security services will suffer

As you can see, entrepreneurs will have to dig much deeper into their pockets than some may think. Naturally, the most sensitive to changes are those areas of the economy where the average salary is the lowest and small local companies providing their services outside the largest urban agglomerations, in regions where purchasing power is weaker.

“This will be felt most strongly by industries that rely on the work of low-skilled employees, as well as those in which the profitability of the business is largely dependent on the level of salaries. The increase in the basic wage will therefore be a significant blow to cleaning and security companies or the entire food processing sector, where after this year’s wage increases the average salary oscillates around the minimum wage. However, in my opinion, small, often family-run businesses, for which running a business at some point may even cease to be profitable, will suffer the most – says Mariusz Pyśk, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

Entrepreneurs, in order to avoid job cuts, must find space in the budget for pay rises. However, in the long run, companies in the manufacturing sector in particular will start to invest more heavily in the development of process automation.

“For example, the call center industry has already been heavily automated, which has translated into a reduction in employment and flattening salaries in customer service departments. In the future, a similar situation may befall the technology industry. Despite fairly high salaries, we can expect a flattening of salaries in lower-level positions – forecasts Edyta Kowalczyk, Key Account Director at LeasingTeam Group.

Wage pressure and a decrease in motivation

According to labour market experts, wage pressure will intensify in 2024. In many companies, especially from the SME sector, there will be a bizarre situation in which people who do not have specialist knowledge and are just starting their professional adventure will earn almost as much as their more experienced colleagues in higher positions.

“Specialists with higher competences and skills want to feel that they are properly remunerated. When this is not provided, they will start looking for a new, better-paid job. On the other hand, people who do not decide to make this move and stay with their current employer may experience a decrease in motivation and a decrease in the quality of work – notes Sylwia Michałowska, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

Flattening wages will also be a big challenge for the hotel, restaurant, warehouse logistics and production industries. It will certainly stabilize the level of salaries in entry-level positions, where the scope of activities is usually similar and does not require major qualifications. However, experts warn that in some cases, an increase in the national minimum wage may also reduce the motivation to work among the lowest earners.

“It is worth noting that the minimum wage is often the base amount. Many companies have various incentive and bonus systems, linking the level of remuneration to the results of work. The workplace regulations set a certain percentage of the basic salary, and reward, for example, the employee’s performance and lack of absenteeism. It may turn out that due to the increase in labor costs, bonus allowances will be included in the base salary, and this in turn may reduce the quality of work – says Mariusz Pyśk, Business Development Manager at LeasingTeam Group.

Certainly, in 2024, entrepreneurs will start looking for ways to reduce labor costs. Unfortunately, this may lead to a reduction in the number of employees or the flourishing of the “shadow economy”. One thing is certain. The end result of the changes being introduced, which will affect each of us, will be an increase in the prices of services and products.