INTOO Future World of Work Report 2025

Career Navigation: Uncharted Waters and Beyond

The world of work continues to change at pace. INTOO’s Future World of Work report explores the trends shaping careers, workplaces and employee expectations across the UK.

Now in its fourth edition, the Future World of Work report looks at how people are navigating less predictable career paths, while employers face growing pressure to build agile, supportive and future-ready workplaces.

This year’s report, Career Navigation: Uncharted Waters and Beyond, highlights a clear shift in how individuals relate to work. Many employees are taking greater ownership of their career direction, but they also need the right support to develop, adapt and stay engaged.

For HR leaders and business leaders, the findings raise important questions. How can organisations support career development in uncertain times? How can they prepare people for future skills needs? And how can they create working environments where employees feel valued, motivated and able to perform at their best?

What the report explores

Inside the Future World of Work report, you’ll find insight into:

• The changing relationship between people and work
• Career planning, career pivots and employee development
• The growing impact of generative AI on skills and HR
• Burnout, wellbeing and workplace culture
• The role of managers in supporting engagement and change
• What employees need to remain motivated, resilient and adaptable
• Why career transition, coaching and development support matter

Four forces shaping the future of work

The report identifies four key factors influencing how people think about work and how employers need to respond:

• Generative artificial intelligence
• Changing workforce demographics
• Evolving social values and expectations
• Rising external pressures on business

Together, these forces are reshaping what people expect from employers and what organisations need from their people.

Why this report matters

The Future World of Work report is essential reading for HR professionals and business leaders who want to understand the trends affecting engagement, retention, skills and organisational change.

Download the full report below to explore the findings and consider how your organisation can support employees with confidence, clarity and care.

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