Stockholms Akademiska Forum has worked actively with dual career support since 2015 through Stockholm Dual Career Network (SDCN). In a new report, called ‘The Hidden Cost of Neglect – Why Dual Career Support is Vital for Talent Retention’ we share some of our key findings from this work. It is clear that proactive dual career support is a crucial factor when it comes to attracting and retaining international workforce in Stockholm and Sweden.

Here is an excerpt from the report:

Swedish companies face a significant challenge in filling approximately 120,000 job vacancies in the coming years. Hiring new employees entails substantial investments, both in terms of time and finances, and the consequences of high employee turnover increase these costs even more. Therefore, it is imperative that the individuals recruited by Swedish companies are not just hired but are also motivated to remain in their positions. An underestimated factor in this equation is the situation of the accompanying partner of international employees.

• Tackling this challenge requires targeted dual-career support initiatives, which, in contrast to potential losses, are relatively inexpensive.
• Over the past decade, Sweden’s ranking in the Global Talent Competitiveness Index has declined from #4 to #9.
• 81% will leave Stockholm if the accompanying partner doesn’t get a job.
• Taking a proactive stance in addressing the dual career question is of utmost importance if Sweden wants to continue to compete for a highly qualified international workforce.
• A holistic and sustainable approach to international recruitment is key to attracting and retaining skilled workforce.

Would you like to read the full report and get tips on how to succeed with proactive dual career support? 

Download it here.