Expert says that jobseekers looking to live abroad desire 'flexibility, remote work, and a high quality of life.'

Despite being ordered to return to offices for two, three, or even five days a week, many employees continue to seek the flexibility that comes with remote work.

According to Jobseeker, there are currently 800 million individuals globally searching for employment outside of their current location.

The online job searching tool analyzed social trend data from September to determine the countries where people worldwide desire to work if they could relocate.

The jobseeker utilized resources such as the World Population Review and U.S. News and World Report to establish the ranking of countries.

Career expert Reyhaneh Mansouri of Jobseeker reveals to CNBC Make It that people are seeking flexibility, remote work options, and a way to achieve work-life balance while maintaining a high quality of life.

In 2024, the demand for job opportunities in Switzerland is expected to increase by 315%, making it the fastest-growing trend in the U.S. Meanwhile, Brazil, Canada, France, Germany, and Japan are the top countries where job seekers want to relocate to the U.S. for work.

In Canada, employees benefit from shorter working hours, interesting vacation policies and a culture prioritizing work-life balance," Mansouri says. "This is a key attraction for professionals seeking a healthier and more sustainable work environment.

Canada is the most desired country for jobseekers who want to live abroad

Among job seekers in Costa Rica, Germany, India, Japan, Mexico, South Africa, Saudi Arabia, and the UAE, the highest desire to work in Canada was reported.

"Mansouri states that Canada is a multicultural nation that welcomes individuals with diverse cultural backgrounds. The country provides a straightforward, transparent, and efficient residency process."

Canada is a popular destination for job seekers due to its language, faster immigration and work permit process, and other advantages over the E.U., U.S., and U.K.

Canada ranks second globally in size and excels in various aspects of quality of life, including income, employment, education, health, environment, social connections, and life satisfaction, as per the OECD Better Life Index.

Among adults aged 25-64, 92% have completed upper secondary education while 70% of people aged 16 to 64 have a paid job.

According to the U.S. News and World Report, Canada was ranked among the top 10 countries for both best quality of life and best overall.

The most desirable countries for jobseekers looking to live abroad

1. Canada
2. Australia
3. United States, Switzerland (tie)
4. Denmark, Singapore, Saudi Arabia, United Kingdom (tie)
5. Japan, Qatar, Germany, Spain, New Zealand (tie)

According to Jobseeker, Australia is the second most popular country for relocation, with individuals from Denmark, Indonesia, and the United Kingdom being the most interested in working there.

Mansouri states that Australia boasts a robust job market, economic stability, and a high standard of living.

Australia's migration system prioritizes skilled migration and seeks out individuals with expertise and credentials in high-demand fields.

In the 2024 World Happiness Report, Australia was listed among the happiest countries.

The OECD Better Life Index reports that 73% of Australians aged 15 to 64 have a paid job and their average household net-adjusted disposable income per capita is $37,433 annually.

The Australian Financial Review reports that Australia boasts one of the world's strongest job markets.

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