A recent WorkL survey highlights that Filipino workers top global rankings in pay satisfaction, with 79% of respondents agreeing they are “fairly paid.” This places the Philippines ahead of the United Arab Emirates (74%), while countries like Ireland, the United Kingdom, and New Zealand score lower at 68%, 68%, and 66%, respectively.
WorkL’s Global Workplace Report 2024 underscores the link between fair pay and overall workplace happiness, revealing that employees increasingly demand higher wages, more flexibility, and reduced work-related costs. The study found that 24% of those advocating for hybrid or remote work arrangements also expressed concerns about travel expenses, indicating that financial rewards remain a key motivator.
Filipino workers also lead in satisfaction with working hours, with 81% expressing contentment. The average Filipino logs 41 hours per week, based on data from the Philippine Statistics Authority. Meanwhile, UAE employees are close behind at 79%, while Australians reported the lowest satisfaction at 73%.
In terms of workplace well-being, the Philippines again ranked highest, with 79% of employees feeling valued by their employers. The United States followed at 73%, while the UK and Ireland trailed at 69% and 68%, respectively.
The report also noted that younger employees, aged 19 to 24, face greater well-being risks, with 29% reporting challenges compared to 20% among those aged 65 and above. This suggests that older workers may benefit from better workplace practices or reduced stress as they near retirement.
WorkL emphasized the importance of improving employee recognition and rewards, calling on employers to align with modern workforce expectations to boost happiness, productivity, and long-term business success. The survey, conducted from January to September 2024, included over 400,000 respondents from 100 countries.
