US employers in the IT industry are leading the way in aggressive hiring plans for the third quarter, with 55% of tech firms intending to expand their workforce. Overall, 48% of employers across all industries in the US plan to hire in Q3, according to a survey by ManpowerGroup. Financials and real estate, energy and utilities, and industrials and materials are among the sectors with robust hiring plans following IT. The survey also highlights the challenges faced by IT employers in filling open roles, with 74% reporting difficulty in finding suitable candidates.
Why it matters: This surge in hiring signifies the critical role that IT talent plays in supporting businesses’ technological advancements and safeguarding their digital infrastructure.
- Globally, 29 out of 41 countries surveyed by ManpowerGroup reported an increase in hiring intentions higher than in the previous quarter.
- IT employers in the US still face challenges in filling open roles, with 74% reporting difficulty finding suitable candidates.
- The skills most in demand in the IT industry include project managers, business analysts, and software developers.
