Hays, one of the world’s leading recruitment firms, is set to unveil its highly anticipated 2026 Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide on November 20, 2025, in Birmingham. The event, to be held at Hays’ Colmore Square office, promises valuable insights into the future of hiring, pay scales, and workplace dynamics across the UK.
Hays to Reveal Insights from Over 5,100 Professionals
The Hays Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide 2026 is based on research involving more than 5,100 professionals and employers, making it one of the most comprehensive workforce studies in the country. The guide will provide fresh perspectives on employee expectations, salary benchmarks, and evolving recruitment challenges across multiple industries.
Attendees will get early access to findings before the full report is released publicly. According to Hays, this year’s guide will dive deep into several key areas shaping the modern workforce.
Key Topics on the Agenda
During the event, industry experts will discuss:
- The biggest hiring and retention challenges currently facing UK businesses
- What candidates value most when considering new job opportunities
- The evolution of hybrid and flexible working models
- How artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming skill requirements and job roles
These topics reflect the most pressing concerns for employers in 2025, particularly as industries navigate talent shortages, inflationary pressures, and shifting employee priorities.
Focus on AI and Workforce Transformation
A major highlight of the 2026 guide will be the exploration of AI’s growing role in recruitment and workplace transformation. Hays experts are expected to discuss how automation and digitalization are reshaping both the demand for technical skills and the human touch in leadership and collaboration.
As organizations across the UK increasingly integrate AI into their operations, the Hays report aims to help employers adapt their hiring and training strategies for the years ahead.
Event Details
- Date: Thursday, November 20, 2025
- Time: 8:00 AM – 10:00 AM
- Location: Hays, 3rd Floor, 1 Colmore Square, Birmingham, B4 6AJ
The event is expected to attract HR leaders, business owners, and professionals seeking to stay informed about salary trends and recruitment forecasts heading into 2026.
Why It Matters
The annual Hays Salary and Recruiting Trends Guide has long served as a barometer for the UK job market. From compensation expectations to emerging workplace policies, the guide influences how companies structure their hiring strategies and how professionals negotiate roles and salaries.
As the UK job market stabilizes post-pandemic, with growing demand in sectors such as technology, healthcare, and renewable energy, the 2026 edition is poised to be particularly influential in guiding both employers and employees.
How to Attend
Professionals interested in attending can register through the Colmore Business District website. Seats are limited, and attendees will have the chance to network with recruitment specialists and industry peers during the breakfast event.
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