Highest professional salary increases are being awarded to IT – Robert Half

The highest professional salary increases are being awarded to IT, according to Robert Half Technology. Three of the top five roles in the are related to technology and are predicted to attract the highest salary rises this year. They include:

  • mobile applications developers – predicted to rise by 7.4% (to between £32,500 and £61,500)
  • web developers – up 7.3% (£36,500–£55,000)
  • information security managers – up 6.6% (£63,250–£97,000).

Neil Owen, Director, Robert Half Technology, said:

'Technology is rapidly advancing and has become a fundamental part of customer interactions. Taking into account multiple customer touchpoints and data, while balancing the security risks is resulting in increased demand for professionals with these skill sets. We are seeing an uptick in requests for technology professionals with the right skills from organisations looking to innovate to improve productivity and increase market share. We are also aware that there is huge competition for the best people from smart start-ups and SMEs whose business is built on technology. Employers need to act decisively when meeting suitable candidates and offer a competitive salary and benefits package as skilled, talented IT professionals are often sought-after by multiple employers. Enhancing the workplace experience and employer brand will go a long way to ensure they keep their most valuable people.'
'Robert Half 2016 Salary Guide' is available to download at www.roberthalf.co.uk/news-insights/salary-centre. Robert Half is the 'world’s first and largest specialised recruitment consultancy'.