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Salary and Recruiting Trends 2026

This year’s Hays Salary & Recruiting Trends guide uncovers the workplace challenges and opportunities impacting both employers and employees.

Access our digital guide to discover the findings from our research of over 5,100 professionals, including how industry-wide employment outlooks have evolved, the most sought-after skills and roles for 2026, the influence of AI on working practices, along with more future trends and recommendations. 

  • UK Technology Contractor Day Rate Guide 2025

    Access the 2025 UK Technology Contractor Day Rate Guide to get the latest insights on contractor rates and market trends across the UK. Discover average day rates for hundreds of tech roles and explore expert analysis drawn from our in-depth research. 

  • CIPS Procurement & Supply Salary Guide 2025

    Discover the latest salary benchmarks, in-demand skills, and hiring trends shaping procurement in 2025. Based on insights from thousands of professionals, the CIPS Salary Guide, in partnership with Hays, offers essential data to navigate the evolving procurement landscape.

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