Revisiting the moderating role of culture between job characteristics and job satisfaction: a multilevel analysis of 33 countries

Purpose This paper aims to address how national culture moderates the relationship between job characteristics and satisfaction. Design/methodology/approach The authors examine most recent data collected from International Social Survey Programme (ISSP) in 2015 a group of 33 countries. Hofstede's cultural model is used represent measure culture. Findings One significant findings authors’ two-level regression analysis that having an interesting contributes more satisfaction individualistic countries than collectivist also find newly introduced dimension indulgence vs restraint has some moderating effect on security, salary, perceived interest Job security seems contribute less societies are long-term oriented. Practical implications study provides further support for careful, nuanced examination motivation theories. Multinational companies should understand needs their employees diversify compensation packages accordingly. More attention be paid design or indulgent-oriented create satisfying experience. Originality/value ISSP extend literature by incorporating two additional dimensions as moderators.