Mature Worker Program

Why Hire Mature Workers?

As a talent shortage continues, with both hard and soft skills in short supply, mature workers are often overlooked. But these workers have honed many of the skills employers need, backed by deep experience in their chosen fields. What’s more, they score high marks in loyalty and reliability and make excellent mentors.

jobs will shift to workers over the age of 55 by 2030

of the workforce in G7 countries will be experienced talent by 2031

Less than 4% of companies have strategies meant to integrate Mature Workers

The Benefits of Hiring a Mature Worker

The soft and technical skills companies seek

Mature candidates are ready to work and bring reliability, loyalty, and a strong work ethic. Their proven skills and problem-solving abilities contribute to an experienced workforce.

Large, undertapped resource

In the age of a qualified worker shortage, look to mature job seekers to solve your critical labor needs.

Contribute to your diversity objectives

As a Certified Age Friendly Employer, we can help you reap the benefits of becoming a truly multigenerational company.

Mature Workers, a growing source of reliable talent

Mature workers are highly motivated, dependable, and bring decades of experience to the job. Hear from Richard and Linda, who both came back to work for Manpower.

1:55Linda, a retiree, wanted to return to the workforce in a flexible position that allowed her to keep using her skills while preserving valuable time to spend with her family.

1:59Richard, a Project Manager for the Mature Worker Program at Manpower, describes the value mature workers provide to Manpower.

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Strengthen your workforce with experienced talent.

By integrating mature workers into your team, you secure a comprehensive array of essential skill sets and benefit from their wealth of experience. Tell us about the skills you need, and we'll supply the talent.