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2025 will be a challenging yet exciting year for HR, where AI, workforce demands, and sustainability will play increasingly critical roles. How do we balance AI’s potential with human capabilities and strengths? What frameworks ensure responsible AI use? And how can HR meet rising expectations amid a shrinking workforce, while still working to embed sustainability into core practices? SD Worx, the leading European HR solutions provider, takes a closer look at five key HR trends for 2025.

SD Worx, the leading European HR solutions provider, has been recognised by analyst company Everest Group as a leader in the Multi-country Payroll Solutions PEAK Matrix 2024 EMEA. The recognition confirms SD Worx’ international presence, customer and partner relationships and innovative solutions. 

As we approach annual review season, over half (53%) of UK employers say their wage costs have shot up in the last 12 months. That's according to new research from SD Worx, the leading European HR solutions provider.

SD Worx, the leading European HR and payroll solutions provider, has successfully closed the acquisition of F2A, the Italian market leader in HR and payroll. With this transaction, SD Worx has taken a quantum leap in its expansion strategy to help customers of any size across Europe with their HR and payroll through software, managed services and expertise. 

Salary remains the number one reason employees will stay with a company or leave. Nearly two thirds (62.3%) of UK workers said money was the most decisive factor when choosing a company – far beyond the appeal of perks including job security (48%) and an interesting working environment (31%). Furthermore, nearly half (46%) said long-term pay dissatisfaction would prompt them to leave a company, making pay the most critical incentive for employee retention.