Reading Time: 6 minutes In this accompanying commentary, NI economist, Richard Ramsey explores the wider economic backdrop shaping employer and employee behaviour across Northern Ireland.
Reading Time: 4 minutes The Northern Ireland job market hasn’t stalled – it’s sharpened. Our Spring/Summer 2026 Hiring Trends Update surveyed over 150 Northern Irish employers and 396 workers to understand how hiring is changing. Three connected stories stand out: a reality check on pressures facing both sides, a great adaptation as employers and candidates adjust, and genuine signals of resilience.
Reading Time: < 1 minute Get a clear picture of salaries across Northern Ireland in 2026.
Reading Time: 7 minutes In this article, we’re taking a closet look at the findings and what they mean for employers navigating Northern Ireland’s labour market in 2026.
Reading Time: 4 minutes The latest NIJobs Hiring Trends Update explores the trends around skills in the current hiring landscape in Northern Ireland. Specifically, the findings examine the challenges, opportunities, and growing importance of identifying and developing the skills that matter most for the future workforce.
Reading Time: 7 minutes The Hiring Trends Update is here!
The new bi-annual format explores key labour market trends in Northern Ireland every six months, unpacking what they mean for employers and recruiters. Alongside fresh data and expert commentary, each edition comes with actionable advice to help you hire smarter, faster, and more effectively.
In this edition, we have gathered insights from 159 HR leaders and 362 candidates in Northern Ireland, focusing on current market shifts, in-demand roles and skills, and what employers can expect in 2026, and how to prepare for hiring success.
Reading Time: 2 minutes On Thursday, November 13th, from 12:00 to 13:00, join Richard Ramsey, leading NI economist and Professor of Practice in Economics & Policy at Queen’s Business School and Chris Paye, Country Director at NIJobs, for our latest webinar, “Hiring Trends Update: What’s changing and how to stay ahead.”
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Reading Time: 7 minutes With many jobseekers rejecting job offers due to a slow hiring process, uncover key strategies to reduce time to hire efficiently onboard top talent.
Reading Time: < 1 minute On Thursday, October 2nd, from 12:00PM to 12:40 PM, join John Price, Sales Manager at NIJobs and Lorraine Morrin, Lead People Partner for Mid-Markets, for our latest webinar, “Hiring efficiency: Cut time without losing quality.”