Germany has secured its position as the top non-English speaking European destination for work despite slipping to fifth place globally in the latest “Decoding Global Talent 2024” report. The study highlights Australia as this year’s leading international work hotspot, surpassing previous leaders like the United States and Canada.
The study also revealed that Germany stands out as an especially appealing destination for respondents coming from countries as follows:
- Bosnia and Herzegovina (32 per cent)
- Türkiye (30 per cent)
- Pakistan (26 per cent)
- Hungary (26 per cent)
Following closely are also individuals from Pakistan, Hungary, and Ghana, ranking third to fifth in terms of interest in relocating to Germany.
London, Amsterdam & Dubai Top Germany’s List of Global Work Hotspots
German cities remain a magnet for job seekers, although cities like London, Amsterdam, and Dubai have outpaced them in global rankings. As a result, London claimed the top spot, followed by Amsterdam in second, and Dubai securing third place.
A significant 74 per cent of international respondents cited Germany’s high-quality job opportunities as a primary reason for working there. In addition, 61 per cent highlighted the good quality of life as a key factor contributing to Germany’s allure.
According to the data provided by the report, other factors that make Germany an appealing work destination include:
- Security (49 per cent)
- Financial stability (48 per cent)
- Innovation potential (36 per cent)
- The quality of the German healthcare system (34 per cent)
German talent is significantly less mobile than the international average: in 2023, only seven per cent of study participants from Germany said they wanted to move abroad. For comparison, Globally, the willingness to engage in international mobility is 23 percent and has even increased by two percentage points since 2020.
Economic Factors Top List of Reasons for German Emigration
As the Decoding Global Talent 2024 report further revealed, the primary reasons Germans consider emigration for work are primarily practical.
In this regard, the same source shows that a significant 68 per cent cited financial and economic factors as their main motivation. In comparison, 66 per cent were driven by the prospect of a better quality of life abroad.
Moreover, 64 per cent were influenced by specific job offers. On the other hand, reasons like seeking a more inclusive society (13 per cent), environmental policy considerations (12 per cent), and reuniting with family and friends (12 per cent) were less prominent in the decision-making process for those considering leaving Germany for work.
