Australian managers are more optimistic and happier than UK managers, claims a new report.

The report, from the Chartered Management Institute (CMI) and the Australian Institute of Management, found that 65.5% of Australian managers felt their organisation was growing, while only 48.7% of UK managers felt the same. Most Australian managers (71.2%) are satisfied in their jobs, compared to 62.2% of managers in the UK.

The majority of Australian managers (62.3%) have more trust and confidence in their senior managers. Only 46% of UK managers had faith in their bosses, while 73.4% of Australians said they were fairly treated by their organisation, compared to 59.6% of UK managers.

Ruth Spellman, chief executive of the CMI, said: “Clearly management styles have a significant impact on morale and business performance. This report demonstrates how managers and leaders are viewed differently in the UK and in Australia with the Australians being more positive about senior management and enjoying higher levels of job satisfaction.”

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