AI skills now shape pay rises and promotions for UK workers, data reveals
The study from HiBob found that 63% of firms link AI skills to promotion decisions, 61% to performance ratings, and 31% to pay.
Artificial intelligence (AI) skills are now influencing promotions and pay rises in UK businesses, according to new research from HiBob.
The study found that 63% of firms link AI skills to promotion decisions, 61% to performance ratings, and 31% to pay.
More than three-quarters expect the ability to use AI will become a baseline requirement for most roles within two years.
Almost all businesses are willing to pay a salary premium, with 43% prepared to offer at least 10% extra for skills in AI safety, ethics and governance.
97% said they would pay more for candidates with in-demand AI skills.
82% are putting resources into training, but approaches vary.
While a third of firms offer structured support like funded learning or practice time, almost everyone agreed peer coaching is important.
Ken Matos, director of insights at HiBob, said: “AI skills are no longer a future requirement.
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