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More than half of professionals plan job move before year-end – Robert Half
The survey found that 35% intend to start searching, while 18% were already looking for a new role.
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34% of employers plan to increase permanent hiring before the end of the year, Robert Half finds
A further 25% said they will increase contract hiring, while 24% plan to expand project-based hiring.
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IT vacancies rise 42% as professional hiring improves in Q2
Robert Half data found professional hiring increased between Q1 and Q2 2026, with IT vacancies rising 42% quarter on quarter despite continued economic uncertainty.
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Manchester hiring growth outpaces London, Robert Half data shows
Professional hiring in Manchester rose faster than London between March and April, with employers increasing recruitment across technology, compliance and transformation roles.
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Finance hiring surges amid technical skills shortage – Robert Half
Over half of employers (58%) expected to add permanent staff by the summer, up from 50% in the second half of 2023.
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Employers fear hiring delays more than economic instability, finds Robert Half
The research showed 65% of businesses said the biggest risk to operations is how fast they can hire, putting this ahead of concerns such as the economy and budgets.
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IT and technology hiring surges as businesses respond to AI growth
New research from Robert Half shows more than half of UK employers plan to expand permanent IT and technology teams in early 2026, as demand for AI, cyber and data skills accelerates.
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Employers plan headcount growth into 2026 as interim and contract hiring gathers pace
New research from Robert Half shows nearly half of UK employers expect to increase permanent headcount in early 2026, with finance, technology and legal roles leading demand.
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Manchester workers value career development over pay – Robert Half
Financial and well-being support were in high demand among workers, with mental health support, meal vouchers and commuting discounts topping the wish list.
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Over half of employees would switch jobs for better wellbeing support – Robert Half
48% placed the same importance on stress reduction programmes, but a third of businesses did not offer any stress reduction support.
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UK businesses drive up salaries for compliance and cybersecurity roles amid rising threats
Robert Half research shows employers are paying steep salary premiums for risk, compliance and cybersecurity professionals, with demand set to rise further in 2026.
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AI, transformation and sustainability fuel rise of new C-suite roles but skills gap concerns remain
Robert Half research finds demand growing for chief AI, technology transformation and sustainability officers, but businesses worry about finding the right talent.