More than one-third of UK employers plan to increase permanent hiring before the end of the year
A Robert Half survey of 500 UK hiring managers (May 2026) found 34% plan to increase permanent hiring before year end, 25% to add contract roles, and 24% to expand project-based hiring. Technology & IT shows the highest permanent hiring intent (47%). Skills shortages drive training and upskilling, and AI is reshaping roles. Robert Half is NYSE-listed (RHI).



