IT Operations and Helpdesk Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom

IHLIDXGBTPITOPHE • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)

Latest Value

57.58

Year-over-Year Change

-1.52%

Date Range

10/23/2022 - 7/18/2025

Summary

This trend tracks the volume of IT operations and helpdesk job postings on the Indeed job search platform in the United Kingdom. It provides insight into the demand for IT support and service roles in the UK labor market.

Analysis & Context

This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.

Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.

About This Dataset

The IT Operations and Helpdesk Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom index measures the number of job postings for IT support, service desk, and related roles on the Indeed job board. This metric is used by economists and labor analysts to monitor trends in the UK tech and IT services job market.

Methodology

The data is collected directly from the Indeed job search platform.

Historical Context

This index is relevant for understanding the state of the UK technology and IT services employment sectors.

Key Facts

  • The index is published monthly.
  • The baseline is January 2019 = 100.
  • The index reached a record high in Q4 2021.

FAQs

Q: What does this economic trend measure?

A: This trend measures the volume of job postings for IT operations, help desk, and related roles on the Indeed job search platform in the United Kingdom.

Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?

A: This index provides insight into the demand for IT support and service positions in the UK labor market, which is relevant for understanding employment trends in the technology and IT services sectors.

Q: How is this data collected or calculated?

A: The data is collected directly from the Indeed job search platform.

Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?

A: This index is used by economists, labor analysts, and policymakers to monitor the state of the UK tech and IT services job market and inform decisions around employment, training, and economic development.

Q: Are there update delays or limitations?

A: The index is published monthly, with some potential for minor delays in data reporting.

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Citation

U.S. Federal Reserve, IT Operations and Helpdesk Job Postings on Indeed in the United Kingdom (IHLIDXGBTPITOPHE), retrieved from FRED.