IT Jobs in the UK increased by 28%
The number of new jobs created in the IT industry has risen 28% compared to last year. This is based on UK figures provided by Staffing Industry Analysts and Innovantage after research was carried out on behalf of the Association of Professional Staffing Companies (APSCo).
90,416 new IT jobs were advertised on job boards in May, compared to 70,912 in the same time period in 2010. IT recruitment agencies have also seen an increase in the number of roles that have been asked to recruit candidates for.
Ann Swain, chief executive of APSCo, says: “It makes sense that businesses are investing in technology having reined in spending during the recession. IT is seen as key to boosting competitive advantage, so IT directors are increasingly keen to push the button on projects, which will deliver significant productivity gains. Candidates with cloud computing experience, for example, are in high demand.
“We are seeing a significant increase in demand for IT professionals, with skills shortages in some areas now becoming widespread. Candidates with niche, in-demand skills are receiving multiple job offers and double digit pay increases for switching roles are now commonplace.”
IT recruitment agencies can fill these newly created roles quickly as their consultants have in-depth knowledge of the market and access to high calibre candidates.
July 2011
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