According to an analysis by recruitment firm Experis, 17% of IT employers in Poland plan to reduce headcount in Q3 2025, while 40% intend to recruit and 42% expect no staffing changes. The most common reasons for ending employment include the closure of temporary projects and declining demand for services. Job Market Insights data shows a decline in IT job postings for the second consecutive month—31,829 in May, compared to 32,482 in April and 33,443 in March.
The hiring outlook for Poland’s IT sector for the July–September period stands at +23%, a modest increase of 2 percentage points quarter-over-quarter and 1 point year-over-year. In comparison, the general hiring forecast for all industries in Poland is +11%.
4 in 10 IT Companies Plan to Expand Teams
Among the IT firms surveyed, 40% plan to increase their workforce. The top reasons cited include company growth (46%), the need to maintain a competitive edge through new competencies (38%), and expansion into new markets (33%). On the other hand, 17% of companies plan to cut jobs, primarily due to project completion (60%), declining demand for products or services (30%), and shifting market needs reducing demand for certain specializations (30%).
Despite global layoffs at Big Tech firms, Polish IT companies are continuing to recruit actively. According to Anna Nowakowska, Head of the Experis Perm Team, this is driven by strong demand for digital skills in areas like cloud computing, cybersecurity, and digital transformation.
“The structure of Poland’s IT market, which relies heavily on small and medium-sized enterprises, software houses, and shared service centers, makes it less vulnerable to global crises,” Nowakowska explains. “Poland remains a key hub for outsourcing and nearshoring in Europe and is rapidly developing strategic sectors like fintech and e-government. Recruitment forecasts are not about optimism—they reflect actual market needs and a shortage of IT talent.”
Stability is a Priority for Nearly Half of IT Employers
A notable 42% of IT companies do not plan to make any workforce changes in the upcoming quarter. The most cited reasons are: the current team is well-matched to business goals (48%), a stable market environment (36%), and an organizational focus on retaining existing staff (28%). The absence of planned expansions or major new projects was also a factor (28%).
“After years of rapid growth, we are seeing a clear shift toward consolidation,” Nowakowska says. “During the pandemic, many companies accelerated their digital transformation efforts, condensing 5–10 years of development into just 1–2 years. Now, our clients are focusing on streamlining processes, increasing operational efficiency, and maximizing the value of their current talent. It’s a natural evolution—moving from scaling to optimizing.”
Polish IT Reflects a Global Trend
Globally, the IT sector continues to perform well, although it no longer grows at the breakneck speed seen in previous years. Of the eight industries analyzed by ManpowerGroup, IT has the strongest hiring outlook worldwide, with a net employment forecast of +36%.
Although Poland’s growth rate is below the global average, it remains a strong performer in Central and Eastern Europe, especially in cloud, AI, cybersecurity, and software engineering. According to Nowakowska, countries like the UAE and India are currently leading global tech hiring, with Poland unlikely to match their growth due to its smaller market and limited talent pool. However, compared to more cautious markets like Argentina, Hungary, and Romania, Poland’s IT sector shows notable resilience.
Survey Methodology
ManpowerGroup asked employers globally about the reasons behind planned hiring, workforce reductions, and headcount stability. Respondents could select up to three reasons. The survey was conducted from April 1 to 30, 2025, and included over 40,000 companies worldwide, including 524 in Poland.
Source: ceo.com.pl
