Employers across the finance industry tell us they are continuing to face skills shortages, making the task of attracting and retaining the best talent more important than ever. For the majority, this is challenging as the market remains competitive and candidate driven, meaning employers must work harder to entice top-tier professionals to their company over a rival.

The journey from candidate to full-time employee is not a straightforward one, and the latest edition of the Hays What Workers Want Report examines that. In fact, the interview process is where most employers trip up – and where many applicants are being deterred from pursuing roles.