Experis Tech Talent Outlook Q4 2026
Tech hiring remains resilient, despite growing economic uncertainty. The latest Experis Tech Talent Outlook shows a +34% Net Employment Outlook for Tech & IT in Q4 2026 in the UK, signalling continued demand for technology talent heading into the final quarter of the year.
We surveyed more than 4,250 Tech & IT Services employers across 42 countries, including over 170 in the UK, to understand hiring intentions for the months ahead.
While hiring expectations have softened, the competition for skilled tech professionals remains intense. 73% of UK Tech & IT employers report struggling to find the talent they need, with organisations increasingly focused on upskilling and reskilling their existing workforce, expanding talent pools and offering greater workplace flexibility to close skills gaps.
The challenge is no longer just finding technical expertise. Employers are placing equal emphasis on human capabilities, with adaptability, critical thinking, communication and professionalism among the most sought-after skills, alongside growing demand for AI literacy and AI application development capabilities.
Inside the report:
- UK and global tech hiring outlooks for Q4 2026
- The skills most in demand, from AI expertise to critical human capabilities
- How employers are responding to ongoing tech talent shortages
- International comparisons of hiring confidence across 42 markets
Read the full report to discover where tech hiring is heading next and how organisations are adapting their talent strategies to secure the skills needed for future growth.
