Top 10 Cities to Work in the World

Being at the top of the list is not as easy as it seems. Because among the criteria taken into consideration while preparing the list income – property prices ratio and factors such as the rank of the World Happiness Index.

The World Happiness Index is one of the lists that we never laughed at. Last year list We were in the 112th place, and this year we are in the 106th place. we rose up. In other words, it is possible to say that we have fallen far behind in the Work – Life Balance Index, even just because we are not happy.

The Work-Life Balance Index is directly related to how happy employees are.

Employee happiness is one of the biggest factors determining the Work – Life Balance Index ranking. Because this is the common point of the factors that determine this index. The criteria taken into consideration while determining the Work – Life Balance Index ranking are as follows:

• World Happiness Index ranking,
• Gender Inequality Index ranking,
• Average working hours
• Minimum legal annual leave,
• The ratio of real estate price to income,
• Ratio of positions open to remote and hybrid work,
• maternity leave policy,
• Parks and nature protection areas per capita,
• Unemployment rate,
• Sunlight hours.

Unfortunately, no city from Turkey was among the first 25 cities in the list prepared on the basis of the above criteria. Copenhagen – Denmark took the first place, Helsinki – Finland took the second place, and Stockholm – Sweden took the third place.

So, how are the working conditions in the cities where the employees are the happiest?

1. Copenhagen, Denmark

Employees in Denmark have flexible working hours and at least five weeks of annual leave they have the opportunity. Besides unemployment rates at 2.4% much lower than in many European countries.

It is also another reason why Denmark has one of the best cities to work in. 52 weeks of maternity leave to be known.

across the country There are no rules regarding working hours. across the city 37 hours per week working system is applied, but this working hour is made between the employer and the employees. collective agreements is determined by.

2. Helsinki, Finland

Ranking on the World Happiness Index ranked first In Finland, as in Denmark, parents equal maternity leave opportunity known. Also annually with five weeks annual leave It is ensured that the employees relieve their fatigue and return to work completely rested.

It is also used by many companies for employees who want to spare time for their personal life. hybrid or remote working is possible. At the same time, all this is supported by flexible working hours.

Not to exceed 40 hours per week, 8 hours per day Due to the adjusted working hours, employees are allowed to allocate time to their personal lives. Moreover, there are no obstacles for businesses that want to implement shorter working hours. For this reason, working hours in many parts of the country is shorter businesses exist.

3. Stockholm, Sweden

In Stockholm, which hosts many museums and cultural structures, workplaces that allow remote and hybrid work are in the majority. Of course, employees can also wander around the city as they wish, because they can have fun. 25 days of annual leave they have.

in the city46% of i business centers are remote and hybrid working offers the opportunity. In the majority of companies in Stockholm, the opening hours are 09:00-16:00 or 10:00-15:00. Although the 40-hour work week system is common, overtime is possible in some places. Of course, employees who work overtime also get paid.

Maternity leave for both parents total 480 days designated as. In this way, both parents can be there for their children when they need them most, thanks to their 240-day paid leave. At the same time, working parents, if their child is sick are also allowed and their salaries are 80% by the state is paid.

4. Oslo, Norway

Ranking sixth in the World Happiness Index, Oslo is a pretty expensive city overall. It is also one of the cities where employees receive the highest salaries, so people have a high quality of life And able to make a living without difficulty.

For example, you made a plan or signed up for a course but also landed a new job. Many companies in Oslo, by allowing flexible working hours; It allows its employees to participate in various activities and to shape their business life according to their personal lives. Working system of 40 hours per week, 9 hours per day and if you work overtime, your wage is paid under the guarantee of the state.

5. Auckland, New Zealand

In Auckland, which has the distinction of being the only city in the top 10 outside of European countries. people average 26.3 hours it’s working. Full-time employees are entitled to four weeks of paid leave and 11 days of public vacation a year. of Auckland unemployment rate 3.2% is quite low even compared to the country in general.

across New Zealand 5 days a week, 40 hour working system being implemented. Overtime is also possible for a fee.

6. Gothenburg, Sweden

Another country that gives importance to the social life of its employees is Sweden. people living in the city of Gothenburg, 25 days of annual leave owner. Also, job postings in the city 42% remote or hybrid working opportunity offers. Thus, employees can spare time for their social lives.

7. Reykjavik, Iceland

Capital Reykjavik has a great reputation for its quality of life as well as its nature. Most employers in the city flexible working hours has adopted. 46% of job postings are remote or hybrid offers employment opportunities.

At the same time, these flexible working hours 24 days of annual leave and 12 days of public holiday is also supported. Thus, employees can also devote time to their private lives. Besides the northern lights for 7-8 months a year There are viewing opportunities.

8. Vienna, Austria

With its open-air activity areas, rich cultural activities and unique texture, Vienna; able to work and live Another of the best cities. Many, including free health and education in the capital free social service is offered.

Employees averaged by hours worked 5 weeks of annual leave and 13 days of public holiday has the opportunity. Only Has an unemployment rate of 2.3% The number of workplaces that provide hybrid and flexible working hours in the region is increasing day by day.

9. Edinburgh, Scotland

28 days of annual leave and 39 weeks of paid maternity leave Edinburgh, where employees are offered the opportunity to unique historical beauties allows them to visit.

Thanks to the importance it attaches to the social lives of its employees, it has managed to enter the top 10 in this list. first UK city managed to become

10. Belfast, Northern Ireland

in the list has the lowest cost of living one of the cities is Belfast. People can live comfortably with the money they earn and the property prices are quite balanced compared to the money they earn. As a matter of fact, it is a very generous city in terms of maternity leave and annual leave.

Let’s come to us… Why is Türkiye not on this list?

Of course, we would all sincerely want our country to be on this list, even to be in the first place. But unfortunately to be on the list We don’t have a good work-life balance.

For example, in many cities on the list, rent and house prices are balanced for their salary. It is not possible to say this for Türkiye yet. Because “It takes space!” more than those who say; There are individuals who cannot buy a house or even rent a house.

When we look at the unemployment rates, while there is a rate of 2-3% in almost every city on the list; In Turkey unemployment rate 9.7% declared as. Again, unlike many countries; There is still no gender equality in our country. Some professions are for “women” and some professions are for “men”.

Most of the people working in Turkey cannot use their legal right to annual leave or they are not officially entitled to this right. never has. They’re not on vacation, what are they doing? They work overtime and (not) get paid… Unfortunately, in our country lots of people This is his situation. Many companies that evade, are not audited, or “find a way” are eating away at thousands of their employees. Remote or hybrid working is a dream for most employees.

In other words, while the Johns and Ryans of Elalain get up every morning and greet the sun; our worker who works from morning to night He can’t even see the sun. When all these are combined, of course, it is not possible for us to see the name of our country in such lists.