To kick off the new year we’re sharing the top seven recruitment trends coming in 2023 for technology hiring. 

1.Creating connection remotely

Remote and hybrid working continues to be a major feature in the world of work for 2023, as we see employees expecting increased flexibility. This creates opportunities to expand the talent pool when hiring, opening opportunities to different locations rather than being restricted to office locations. 

Leaders who can adapt and find new ways of creating connection and meaningful relationships remotely, while providing flexibility will thrive in this environment.

2. Engaging Gen Z in the workforce  

Gen Z are filling more of the workforce, they’re looking for fast results, and instant feedback in a virtual world. Slow and outdated recruitment processes are a real turn off and will result in losing good candidates to competitors. Fast-moving interview processes, quick communication, and high candidate engagement at each stage of the hiring process are integral for engaging and hiring this cohort of the workforce. 

Gen Z also prioritises employers who are purpose-driven. They’re looking for businesses that are sustainability conscious, engage in charitable causes, give back to the community, and reduce their carbon footprint. Companies with established proven and impactful “Environmental Social Governance” (ESG) programs, are highly attractive employers to Gen Z candidates. 

3.  Staffing shortages

Shortages in skilled and qualified candidates in technology persist in 2023, driven from: 

• An aging population
• Lack of migration, 
• More of the workforce off sick at any one time. 

Developing proactive talent pipelines to be able to fill roles quickly, and utilising contractors as backup when needed will help mitigate this challenge. 

4.Increased overseas talent

After two years of border closures the government has committed to a substantial 18% increase in the number of permanent migration visas for 2023, to address skills shortages, especially in technology and healthcare. 

5. Salary increases

As the cost of living is rising exponentially, expect employees to be asking for salary increases, or leaving for higher-paying roles. Many people across the world are feeling the pressure of the higher cost of food, energy and general household products and services, and looking for ways to cover increased expenses.

Being across market rates for salaries is important to attract and retain employees at the right price point. Check out our remuneration guides if you need more information on what to expect. 

6. Focus on corporate wellness

Much of the workforce is feeling exhausted and in some cases burnt out, physically and mentally after two years of increased illness, and requirements to constantly adapt and change in a virtual world through the pandemic.

Providing a robust corporate wellness program is highly sort after by technology candidates and will help employers provide a point of difference and attract and retain the best talent in the industry. 

7. Growth of demand for technology professionals

Technology hiring is set to grow, as non-tech companies recognise the importance of the safety and protection of the data they hold, while also managing the ever-increasing dependence on technology in a fast-changing virtual world. 

Kaliba is Asia Pacific’s trusted recruitment agency partner for specialist technology, sales and leadership talent. We’ve helped leading tech vendors build out their tech and sales teams throughout APAC.

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