IT and tech news and guides
IT SkillsWhat 5 Tech Skills will Dominate the Second Half of 2026?
Five tech skills will dominate the UK market in H2 2026: Generative AI, cybersecurity, cloud architecture, DevOps and data engineering. Scarce expertise is pushing salaries and contract rates higher, while employers must act faster to secure top talent. #Recruitment
#Contracting
10 min
IT Career AdviceHow to negotiate a UK tech job salary in 2026-27
Negotiating a UK tech salary in 2026–27 requires strong timing, market research and clear proof of your value. Use recruiters, ask about budget flexibility, pause after making your case, and negotiate the full package, including bonuses, equity, training, leave and flexible working. #Careers
#Tips
#Contracting
8 min
IT Career AdvicePass Your Help Desk Interview: 7 Final Prep Steps That Actually Work
This guide helps IT support candidates prepare for help desk interviews with 7 common questions, strong answer angles and final prep tips covering troubleshooting, customer service, escalation, documentation and clear communication. #Interview
7 min
IT Career AdviceIT project manager interview guide: 74 questions and model answers
This guide helps IT project managers prepare for interviews with 74 key questions covering planning, Agile and Waterfall methods, risk management, stakeholders, budgets, testing, go-live, tools, leadership and real project scenarios. #Interview
16 min
IT newsAre one-click IT job applications the new nemesis of crème de la crème tech job candidates?
One-click applications make job hunting faster, but flood recruiters with irrelevant CVs. Strong IT candidates risk being overlooked, so tailored applications, visibility and networking matter more than ever. #IT jobs market
#Recruitment
8 min
IT market trendsThe UK’s temporary technology jobs are stirring back to life. Are you market-ready?
The UK temporary IT market is showing its first signs of recovery since 2023. To benefit, freelancers need more than technical skills: a clear niche, strong personal branding, market visibility, strategic networking, and a focus on delivering business outcomes. #Freelance
#Marketing
#Contracting
8 min
IT Career AdviceWhat Tech support job interview questions will I face in 2026/27?
Tech Support interviews in 2026/27 test troubleshooting, networking, operating systems, cybersecurity, customer service and communication. Employers look for candidates who can solve problems methodically, explain clearly, document properly and know when to escalate issues. #Careers
#Tips
12 min
IT Career AdviceShould I use AI for my tech job cover letter? Plus, three IT contractor-to-perm templates
Using AI for a tech cover letter can help improve structure and wording, but it can't explain a genuine move from freelance to permanent work. This article shares 3 contractor-to-perm templates, useful ChatGPT prompts, and the biggest mistakes IT recruiters want candidates to avoid. #AI
#Tips
9 min
ContractingWhat’s in an IT contractor cover letter for full-time tech jobs?
Moving from IT contracting to a permanent tech role? Learn how to craft a cover letter that answers employer concerns, highlights your long-term value, and turns your freelance background into a competitive advantage. #Freelance
9 min
IT Career AdviceShould I use AI to write my CV or resume?
AI can help polish a CV, but recruiters warn against relying on it too heavily. AI-written resumes often sound generic, repetitive, and easy to detect, reducing candidates' chances of standing out. Experts advise using AI only as support while keeping CVs authentic, personal, and evidence-based. #Tips
#CV Advice
7 min
IT Career AdviceIT career coach endorses AI for CV writing style, despite ‘non-careful’ prompts causing concern
AI can help write CVs in a professional style, especially using implied first-person language, but recruiters warn that overusing AI makes resumes generic, inaccurate, and less trustworthy. Candidates should keep CVs authentic, personal, and backed by real achievements. #CV Advice
7 min
IT market trendsWhat’s behind a boom in fixed-term IT contracts for technology workers?
Fixed-term contracts in IT are rising due to project-based work and economic uncertainty. They offer flexibility for employers and employee benefits similar to permanent roles, while helping professionals gain experience and adapt to evolving tech needs. #IT jobs market
#Careers
5 min
Freelancer FinancesCan I claim Universal Credit as a director of a limited company in 2026/27?
Can company directors claim Universal Credit in 2026/27? Between the £16k capital limit, Regulation 77 and the Minimum Income Floor, eligibility is complex. Here's what really determines your chances—and why many freelancers may still miss out. #Freelance
#Self-employed
#Administrative
7 min
IT Career AdviceI ran a CV surgery online. These 3 things IT job-seekers said they wanted to know most
In a CV webinar, three key questions stood out: ideal length (2–3 pages depending on experience), how to adapt a CV for freelance (highlight projects and status), and writing style (use implied first person). Most important: page one must deliver 80% of the impact. #Freelance
#Careers
#CV Advice
8 min
IT newsMaking Tax Digital for Income Tax: what must self-employed IT workers do?
Making Tax Digital for Income Tax is here. If you're a self-employed IT professional earning £50k+, new rules apply from April 2026. Discover what changes, your obligations, and how to stay compliant with HMRC without disrupting your workflow. #Freelance
#Tax
5 min
IT newsDid Spring Forecast 2026 boost tech job-seekers? It certainly leaves a lot to AI
Spring Statement 2026 puts AI at the heart of UK growth, but leaves tech job seekers navigating a tougher market. With fewer roles and rising competition, success now depends on sharper positioning, upskilling, and targeting the right opportunities. #IT jobs market
#AI
6 min
IT Career AdviceWhat is the best CV structure in 2026 for IT job-seekers?
In 2026, a strong tech CV is not just about content but clarity, structure and impact. Discover how to balance ATS optimisation with human readability, highlight your skills effectively, and craft a CV that gets noticed and opens interview doors. #IT jobs market
#CV Advice
6 min