What’s Inside
The 2025 ‘Who’s Open to Work in IT’ Report reveals the movement and retention risks facing IT employers across the UK. Using data sourced from LinkedIn Recruiter, this guide uncovers which technical specialisms are most at risk of turnover, the seniority levels most likely to move, and where potential skill gaps could emerge.
Inside, you’ll find detailed breakdowns across seven core IT disciplines - Networking, Infrastructure, Cybersecurity, Cloud Computing, IT Sales, IT Project Management, and Software Development - highlighting the percentage of professionals currently open to new roles. The data shows how movement trends differ between junior and senior talent, and what these patterns mean for workforce planning.
We explore high-risk areas such as Cybersecurity, where over a third of junior specialists are open to work, and Cloud Computing, where demand for skills is outpacing retention. You’ll see where leadership turnover is a growing concern, including IT Project Management, and how sectors like Infrastructure and Networking are experiencing more balanced but still notable attrition.
Whether you’re a hiring manager looking to protect your team or a business leader planning for growth, this report gives you a clear, data-led view of the IT talent market in 2025 - and the retention strategies you’ll need to stay ahead.
