Core Insights - Demand for workers in AI, regulation, data reporting, and other specialist skills led to a 12% increase in vacancies in Britain's financial sector in 2025 [1] - The year-on-year increase occurred despite a slowdown in the fourth quarter due to global market volatility and uncertainty regarding the government's budget [2] - Software and computer services now represent over 16% of vacancies, surpassing traditional roles like investment management and banking, which each accounted for 15% of total vacancies last year [3] - Clerical and administrative positions saw a decline of 16%, while broking roles decreased by 20% as AI and automation reduced the demand for these functions [3] - Robust hiring trends are expected to continue into the first quarter of the current year, supported by a relatively low unemployment rate of 5% and stable inflation at 3.2% [4]
Demand for AI, tech experts pushes UK financial sector vacancies up 12%, recruiter says
Yahoo Finance·2026-01-12 06:03