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As the UK warms up, which tech/IT skills are hotting up?

AI, Cloud, Cybersecurity and Data skills are surging across the UK tech market in 2026. Discover the most in-demand capabilities, hiring trends and salary benchmarks to position yourself where opportunities - and pay - are rising fastest.

17 March 2026

5 min

Tech CV: How to write key skills that show real impact

How to make ‘Key Skills’ on your tech CV look kick-ass

Too many tech CVs list tools instead of value. Learn how to transform your Key Skills section into a powerful positioning tool that highlights impact, outcomes and business value, so hiring managers understand your strengths in seconds.

10 March 2026

5 min

3 IT interview strategies Tech employers expect in 2026

What are three interview strategies that land IT jobs in 2026?

Discover the three interview strategies that set successful IT professionals apart in 2026. From explaining the reasoning behind technical decisions to demonstrating adaptability and executive-level communication, learn what tech employers now expect from candidates.

4 March 2026

6 min

How to show ‘Work History’ on a tech CV?

Your Work History isn’t a job description recap - it’s proof of impact. Learn how to structure it in reverse order, apply the 3R rule (Relevant, Recent, Radical), use metrics effectively, and avoid common CV mistakes that quietly cost tech candidates interviews.

26 February 2026

5 min

The Clincher: this ONE thing is landing IT workers their desired tech roles

In 2026, landing a data centre or tech role isn’t about being the most technical candidate. It’s about becoming the solution the business truly needs. Discover the real “clincher” that convinces hiring managers to choose you over equally skilled competitors.

16 February 2026

5 min

Top 6 tech job application tips for 2026, by Hays, exclusively for Free-Work

In 2026, tech interviews go far beyond skills. Employers expect business impact, strategic thinking and storytelling. Discover the 6 key tips to stand out in technical interviews and prove your value as an IT professional.

13 February 2026

5 min

IT Career Advice

How to write a kick-ass CV Profile as a tech job candidate?

Practical, no-fluff advice for tech professionals on writing a CV Profile that actually works in 2026. Learn why to write it last, how to define your USP, and craft a profile that sounds like you and wins interviews.

9 February 2026

6 min

Top 4 future-proof IT skills set for big payouts in 2026, and beyond

Four future-proof IT skill areas set to dominate 2026: AI & ML, Cyber Security, Cloud Architecture and Data. Discover the roles, specialisations and day rates that will secure higher pay, long-term demand and career resilience.

27 January 2026

5 min

Forget BBC1’s The Traitors, it’s Saboteurs who IT job board users must banish

In 2026, a rising number of “saboteur” freelancers are damaging trust in IT contracting. From cheating in technical tests to breaching contracts and double-billing, these behaviours hurt clients, agencies and faithful freelancers alike.

20 January 2026

8 min

Is your tech job CV for 2026 looking a bit, well, 1998?

In 2026, matching your CV to a tech job description isn’t enough. Recruiters face identical profiles everywhere. Learn how to prove real ability, show measurable outcomes, avoid AI sameness, and build a tech CV that truly stands out.

12 January 2026

8 min

Should technology job applicants name-drop past IT employers?

Should tech candidates highlight past employers like Google or IBM? In 2026, name-dropping can boost credibility—if backed by real achievements. Brand matters, but skills, impact and ability are what truly get IT professionals hired.

30 December 2025

6 min

What Data centre job candidates can expect at technical interview

Technical interviews for data centre roles test real-world skills: hardware handling, diagnostics, networking basics, SLAs, safety and communication. Candidates must show structured problem-solving, operational discipline and calm execution in live, high-pressure environments.

26 December 2025

4 min

Here’s the 5 best-paid tech jobs of 2025. Does yours stack up?

Discover the five best-paid tech jobs of 2025 in the UK, from AI to cybersecurity. Salaries, contractor day rates, and expert insight reveal which skills command top pay today - and the rare tech blend set to dominate earnings in 2026.

18 December 2025

5 min

Top 5 best-paying IT roles at IM companies in 2025 be like…

IT contractor rates have dropped sharply in 2025 - even at top-paying IM firms. Discover the five best-paying tech roles still commanding high day rates, why the market shifted, and the 10 must-dos to secure premium pay in 2026.

3 December 2025

8 min

Business analyst day rates: what you’re not being told

BA demand is steady, yet day rates barely shift. IR35, hybrid work, rising skill expectations and automation quietly reshape earnings. Here’s what’s really driving rate stagnation, and which Business Analysts will secure premiums in 2026.

2 December 2025

5 min

Best data engineer/scientist/analyst certifications of 2025

Firebrand Training previews for Free-Work next year’s five top certifications as a data professional.

28 November 2025

6 min

What tech workers I place need Autumn Budget 2025 to deliver

Discover 10 bold budget moves UK tech workers and freelancers want to see in Autumn Budget 2025 — from AI taxation to IR35 repeal. A tech recruiter reveals what would finally restore confidence across the UK’s IT jobs market.

26 November 2025

9 min

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