Recruitment Update

The demand for IT talent remains high, with 28% of companies taking over two months to fill key roles, highlighting persistent skill shortages. Despite this, hiring plans for 2025 show a cautious approach, with 34% of businesses not planning to recruit for IT positions. Developers, project managers, and business analysts remain among the most sought-after roles, while AI governance, cybersecurity, and cloud engineering emerge as critical areas for future investment.

AI continues to reshape workforce priorities, with 47% of businesses seeking candidates with at least a base-level understanding of AI. Key skills growing in importance include automation and IT process orchestration (63%), continuous learning in AI (45%), and cybersecurity using AI-driven threat detection (37%). Cybersecurity, upskilling, and AI and

of tech hiring managers plan to grow their teams in 2025

69%

of employers value talent with AI expertise, but only 22% actively seek it

61%

of teams describe themselves as slightly or significantly under-resourced

Industry Leaders Highlight

"There has been a noticeable shift in workforce dynamics, with a growing emphasis on fostering deeper connections among colleagues to boost collaboration and achieve shared goals.

Despite the rapid advancement of AI, navigating uncharted waters presented by this technology requires careful consideration and exploration of novel possibilities. Across all industries, including Tech, we need to adopt fresh approaches to work and integrate emerging technologies to improve efficiency. With this, it becomes apparent that humanistic skills including creative problem-solving, strategic acumen, and exceptional people skills will remain indispensable in shaping tomorrow's workplace."