After record breaking highs, IT staffing demand continues to hold strong
What is the IT Recruitment & Retention Report?
Clicks’ IT Recruitment & Retention Report has been in production since 2006. For those new to the report, it collates data from hundreds of organisations across Australian Government and corporate sectors. The information is highly anticipated and well-respected within the industry, providing leaders and HR teams with data-driven insights about the Australian IT staffing market.
The insights capture the health of business environments: sales turnover and forecasted IT spending; staffing levels: hiring intentions and trends; resourcing strategies; staff turnover; and the most effective retention initiatives.
With data from over two decades to draw upon, the report compares the last twelve months, before and after the pandemic began, averages, and year-on-year trends.
How can you use this report?
Our report spotlights the IT roles which will be most in demand over the next twelve months. Combined with insights across other key metrics, our IT Recruitment & Retention Report will help you:
- Understand where you are positioned with your peers and organisations in different industries.
- Provide data and insights to inform recruitment decisions and processes.
- Prioritise which retention efforts to focus on.
- Build a business case to get the necessary budget approval before hiring.
- Determine the roles that will need more time and effort to fill.
Our team is ready to take you through the full report . We can provide tailored advice on the impacts on your business and hiring in 2023. Please reach out to your Clicks Account Manager or call us at 1300 CLICKS for a confidential discussion.
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Download Clicks’ 2023 Recruitment and Retention ReportSome key findings for 2023
Despite ongoing concerns about inflation, organisations continue to remain optimistic. 55% of respondents anticipate their revenue will increase in 2023 – the highest figures reported in the last five years. Additionally, over a third expect to increase their IT budget over the next 12 months, with a shift towards hiring permanent IT staff continuing to grow.
Companies have increased their retention efforts to hang onto their tech talent. They have also further invested in building their internal talent pool, with those reporting they have a dedicated graduate program for IT staff reaching a record high.
In line with workplace changes in the past few years, a quarter of respondents disclosed they would hire someone ‘remote only’, and 85% reported they currently work in hybrid IT teams, with the majority spending two days in the office per week.
The most alarming trend from the report this year is the mismatch between employer and job seeker expectations. A whopping 92% of respondents said they had to pay more than they initially expected to attract the right candidate when recruiting in 2022. This is consistent with data from the previous year.
Clicks speaks to IT professionals every day. So, we are well positioned to provide insights about job seekers and the employment market, including what IT skills are most in demand and the recruitment and retention strategies other organisations are deploying.
Get in touch on 1300 CLICKS for a free consultation. We will unpack our market research and discuss how it impacts your organisation’s recruitment and retention efforts. You can also register for your own copy today.
Download Clicks’ 2023 Recruitment and Retention ReportClicks is an award-winning IT recruitment specialist. We have teams who are trained across each IT skill vertical. As Australia’s favourite recruiters, we help companies find great people in Melbourne, Sydney, Canberra, and Brisbane each day! Whether permanent, contract, fixed-term, master vendor, or payroll only, we’re ready to help. So, submit your vacancy or contact us on 1300 CLICKS today for a confidential chat.
