Romania: Employees seek better recognition in 2025

A recent survey by Genesis Property, a major office building owner in Romania, shows that employees anticipate stronger collaboration with colleagues in 2025 but are seeking clearer recognition of their contributions. The survey, conducted nationally among 1,175 respondents, reflects both optimism about teamwork and a demand for improved employer support.

According to the results, over 83% of employees expect to collaborate well or very well with their teams this year, and nearly 90% foresee working conditions that are the same or better compared to 2024. However, more than half (52%) believe their employers should do more to recognize individual contributions, and 48% feel that organizations are not sufficiently addressing employee dissatisfaction.

Additionally, 41% of respondents indicated a need for greater employer support in achieving work-life balance, while nearly 38% would like to see stronger teamwork across their companies.

“The survey results highlight that employees value more than just the functional aspects of office work—they seek connection, recognition, and a sense of belonging,” said Elena Panait, Head of Leasing & ComYunitY at Genesis Property. “The office environment can play a key role in fostering relationships and building trust.”

In terms of flexibility, only 44% of employees reported being able to adjust their work schedule to meet personal needs when necessary, while 55% said they could do so only occasionally or not at all. Organizational initiatives supporting employee health and well-being are viewed as important or very important by 89% of participants. Furthermore, nearly 64% of employees believe there is room for improvement in how managers provide constructive feedback.

Genesis Property continues to invest in enhancing the workplace experience through projects like YUNITY Park. The first two phases of the project were completed in 2023, with an investment of over €30 million. The final phase, the Innovation Center, is set to open within the next 12 months, following an additional €20 million investment.

The survey was conducted via the iVox platform between January and February 2025. Respondents included 48% women, and nearly 57% reported a net monthly income of over 5,000 lei.