Phoenix Group drops ‘energetic’ from job ads to woo older applicants
Phoenix Group says words like “energetic” and “enthusiastic” may discourage older job applicants. …
The employment rate for people aged between 50 and 64 has been increasing steadily since the mid-1990s, and in April to June 2021 stood at 71.2%, according to official figures. However, that increase has lagged behind younger age groups in the pandemic.