IT jobs market
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.8 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.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.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.6 min
IT market trendsWhat 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.6 min
IT Career AdviceTop 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.5 min
IT Career AdviceShould 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.6 min
IT newsHere’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 2026.5 min
Actualités InformatiquesMy ‘Land a Dream Tech Job’ webinar is intentionally now, not New Year 2026
Waiting for 2026 to boost your tech career is a risk. This article explains why proactive job-search planning now is essential, and how CV, LinkedIn, personal branding and strategy can get you closer to your dream tech role before the New Year rush.10 min
IT Career AdviceCurveball tech interview questions: ranked, with answers
Why IT job hirers ask curveball questions and how to catch them (includes actual answers you can throw back).4 min
IT Career AdviceWhy employers now seek candidates who can code, create and demonstrate
Having a rounded knowledge of the emerging creative technology and advances in Artificial Intelligence (AI) are skills that are valued in today's constantly changing IT industry.4 min
IT Career AdviceWhat Cybersecurity Job Candidates Face in a Technical Test
No two cybersecurity tests are the same, with five different types, attached to seven separate roles, assessing three specific abilities.5 min
IT SkillsWhat Python Developers can expect at a technical interview
The FIFTY most frequently asked questions of wannabe Python Developers.5 min
IT Career Advice'Why do you want this IT job?' Best reply at interview be like…
How full-timers and freelancers should answer an age-old tech job query 'without selling your soul to the interview devil.'7 min
IT Career AdviceWhat Java Software Developers can expect at a technical interview
Here's almost THIRTY different ways candidates are quizzed on the inner workings of the Java Virtual Machine.4 min
IT Career AdviceTech interview job tips: top five to follow in H2 2025
Candidates must be 'in it to win it,' but still, the interview process isn't your audition for 'Britain's Next Top Techie.'7 min