October and November were rich with important news about the Polish labour market. Reports and analyses point to key changes in the employment structure, new regulations, and strategies affecting migration and demographics. In the spotlight were both the professions of the future and the challenges related to worker shortages and the growing role of foreign nationals in the Polish economy. Below we present the most significant developments that could shape the labour market in the coming years.
In 2025, the greatest demand will be for warehouse workers and people employed in food production and packaging — according to a report by Gremi Personal. Automation is reducing the physical strain on workers, but demand is growing for highly qualified specialists such as managers and finance professionals, with salaries of up to 16,500 PLN.
Details in the bankier.pl article
The "Clear Earnings" draft law is set to require employers to disclose salary bands in job postings, in line with EU regulations. Poles have long advocated for greater transparency, which is meant to build trust and eliminate pay inequalities. The law is also intended to prevent abuses, significantly shorten the recruitment process, and improve companies' reputations. The new rules are expected to come into force no later than June 2026.
Details in the businessinsider.com article
By 2035, the number of workers in Poland could fall by 2.1 million, representing 12.6% of current employment — according to a PIE report. The decline will hit industry, education, and healthcare particularly hard. Migration, automation, and flexible forms of employment may offer a lifeline, but the current inflow of foreign workers has slowed considerably.
Details in the bankier.pl article
Polish companies are increasingly turning to outsourced foreign workers to fill staffing gaps in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and services. A growing share comes from the Philippines, India, and Latin America, enriching the market with cultural diversity and new competencies. This model allows for flexible adjustment of headcount to current needs while boosting companies' competitiveness.
Details in the praca.nowiny.pl article
The government has approved a draft of a new migration strategy for 2025–2030, which envisages significant changes in the approach to migration, asylum, and the integration of foreign nationals. The document, entitled "A Comprehensive and Responsible Migration Strategy for Poland," contains eight chapters and focuses on security, controlling migration flows, and introducing new migration management tools.
Details in the money.pl article
Over the past two months, we have seen rising demand for workers in sectors such as logistics, manufacturing, and services, alongside a slowdown in migration. The government's migration strategy for 2025–2030 and regulatory changes — such as the introduction of pay transparency rules — could significantly shape the future of employment. The demographic challenges and the trend of outsourcing foreign labour show that the labour market will need to adapt flexibly to changing conditions.
According to a Gremi Personal report, the greatest demand in 2025 is for warehouse workers and people employed in food production and packaging. Demand is also growing for highly qualified specialists such as managers and finance professionals, with salaries of up to 16,500 PLN.
Yes, under the "Clear Earnings" draft law, which follows EU regulations, employers will have to disclose salary bands in job postings. The new rules are expected to come into force no later than June 2026, aiming to build trust and eliminate pay inequalities.
According to a PIE report, the number of workers in Poland could fall by 2.1 million by 2035, which is 12.6% of current employment. Industry, education, and healthcare are expected to be hit particularly hard by this decline.
Polish companies increasingly use outsourced foreign workers to fill staffing gaps in sectors such as construction, manufacturing, and services. The model allows headcount to be adjusted flexibly to current needs and boosts competitiveness. A growing share of these workers comes from the Philippines, India, and Latin America.
The government approved a draft strategy titled "A Comprehensive and Responsible Migration Strategy for Poland." It has eight chapters and addresses migration, asylum, and integration of foreign nationals, focusing on security, controlling migration flows, and introducing new migration management tools.
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