Technology Q1 Market Update
Explore how demand, skills shortages, and hiring strategies are shaping the tech market.
Q1 hiring landscape
Technology hiring is recovering steadily, with demand focused on targeted roles in cyber security and robotics. Competition remains strongest for mid to senior professionals with specialist expertise.
Key insights:
- Measured hiring recovery: Vacancy volumes increasing cautiously
- Cyber and robotics driving demand: Continued focus on specialist skill sets
- Mid–senior talent constrained: Experienced professionals hardest to secure
- Compensation stabilising: Premiums remain for niche expertise
Top employer challenges
- Securing specialist talent: Cyber security, robotics, and AI skill shortages continue to impact hiring
- Balancing speed with structure: More approvals and stakeholders are slowing hiring processes
- Competing for experienced professionals: Mid to senior talent remains limited and highly selective
Top candidate expectations
- Stability and long-term prospects: Candidates are prioritising security and organisational direction
- Flexibility as a key factor: Hybrid working remains critical in decision-making
- Meaningful career progression: Opportunities to develop into senior or specialist roles are essential
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