A new survey has revealed that despite ongoing economic uncertainty, many UK businesses still have hiring plans in place.
And while AI is changing the traditional way in which we work, employers still value that human touch when it comes to skills in judgement, communication and critical thinking.
Demand for Permanent and Contract Workers
The latest Robert Half research shows that of the 500 hiring managers surveyed, 34% plan to increase their permanent headcount before the end of the year.
An additional 25% plan to increase contract hiring and 24% plan to expand project-based hiring to support business priorities and maintain workforce flexibility.
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The report describes the hiring market as being more ‘selective than slowing’ and highlights employers’ focus on recruiting in areas that drive growth and productivity.
This includes:
- Technology
- Cybersecurity
- Accounting
- Risk and compliance
- Digital marketing and communications
- Legal affairs
- Customer support functions
Hiring Plans by Professional Field
- Technology & IT: 47% plan to increase permanent hiring, 29% contract hiring and 30% project-based hiring.
- Finance & accounting: 38% plan to increase permanent hiring, 29% contract hiring and 26% project-based hiring.
- Marketing & creative: 30% plan to increase permanent hiring, 22% contract hiring and 24% project-based hiring.
- Administrative & office support: 29% plan to increase permanent hiring, 25% contract hiring and 22% project-based hiring.
- Legal, risk & compliance: 24% plan to increase permanent hiring, 20% contract hiring and 19% project-based hiring.
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