What’s Inside
The 2026 IT Salary Survey provides a clear, data-driven view of the UK technology hiring market, helping both employers and IT professionals navigate an increasingly competitive landscape. Built using live hiring data, candidate insights, and ongoing conversations with organisations across multiple sectors, this guide delivers an accurate snapshot of salaries, demand, and hiring trends shaping the year ahead.
Inside, you’ll find a detailed industry overview and key findings highlighting where demand is rising, which skills are commanding premium salaries, and how hiring strategies are evolving across the UK. We break down salary benchmarks across core IT disciplines, including:
- Network & Infrastructure
- Cyber Security
- Cloud & DevOps
- Software Development
- IT Sales
- Artificial Intelligence
- Audio Visual
- SaaS Sales
For employers, this report offers practical benchmarking insights to help you remain competitive, attract high-quality talent, and plan your workforce strategy with confidence. For candidates, it provides transparency on salaries, contract rates, and the skills employers are prioritising - helping you make informed career decisions in 2026.
Whether you’re building a team or planning your next move, this salary guide gives you the clarity and insight needed to stay ahead in a fast-moving IT market.
