Access to skills

72% of tech hiring managers report a skills shortage

The top three most in-demand roles in tech:

1. Information security
2. Software development
3. Cloud and infrastructure

Rules of attraction

The Great Resignation? 69% of tech leaders report an increase in resignations over the past 12 months

What are the most effective ways to attract talent?

• 24% Highlighting opportunities for progression
• 16% Offering an equity or share scheme
• 15% Increasing paid holiday or offering sabbaticals

Impact of remote working

How are businesses working now?

Hybrid working is the most popular choice – 60%

What are the negative impacts of remote working?

• Limited opportunities for junior staff to develop skills – 73%
• Identifying potential employee issues is harder – 69%
• Corporate culture suffers – 67%

Investment in hiring

42% of businesses spend capital raised through PE and VC on hiring and recruitment

Businesses make an average of 89 new hires after a funding round

Value in brand ethics

90% of tech leaders have been asked about ethics, values and ESG by a candidate

78% agree that having strong corporate values is essential for retaining and attracting talent