Hays, a prominent global recruitment firm, will unveil its highly anticipated 2026 Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide on November 20, 2025, in Birmingham. This informative event, set to take place at the firm’s Colmore Square office, will offer critical insights into the future of hiring, pay scales, and workplace dynamics across the UK.
Insights from Extensive Research
The 2026 Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide is backed by research involving over 5,100 professionals and employers. This makes it one of the most detailed workforce studies in the UK. Attendees will gain early access to the findings before the full report’s public release.
Key Discussion Topics
During the event, industry experts will cover crucial topics, including:
- Current hiring and retention challenges facing UK businesses
- What candidates prioritize when seeking new job opportunities
- The shift towards hybrid and flexible working arrangements
- How artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping skill requirements and job roles
These discussions will address concerns prevalent in 2025, particularly regarding talent shortages and inflationary pressures affecting employee priorities.
Focus on AI and Workforce Transformation
A significant highlight of the guide is the exploration of AI’s increasing influence on recruitment and workplace transformation. Hays experts will examine how automation and digitalization impact the need for technical skills and the essential human elements in leadership and collaboration. This knowledge will assist employers in adjusting their hiring and training strategies for future success.
Event Information
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Location: Hays, 3rd Floor, 1 Colmore Square, Birmingham, B4 6AJ
The event is expected to draw HR leaders, business owners, and professionals keen on understanding emerging salary trends and recruitment forecasts as 2026 approaches.
Importance of the Guide
The annual Hays Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide has established itself as a key indicator of the UK job market. It significantly impacts how companies formulate their hiring strategies and how professionals approach salary negotiations. With the job market stabilizing post-pandemic, particularly in growing sectors such as technology, healthcare, and renewable energy, the 2026 edition is vital for guiding both employers and employees.
Registration Details
Interested professionals can register to attend through the Colmore Business District website. Seats are limited, and attendees will have opportunities to network with recruitment specialists and industry peers during this breakfast event.
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