The UK is one of the global leaders in AI research, development and adoption.

With the sector encompassing careers involved in building, deploying, maintaining or using AI systems. It is one of the fastest‑growing parts of the UK labour market and the Government’s Artificial Intelligence Sector Study published in December 2025 reports an 85% increase in the number of AI companies from 2022-24. This reflects the increasing integration of AI across the economy within multiple industries, from healthcare and finance to manufacturing and professional services.

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AI Career Guide

Valuing Careers

  • Individuals: Career development can support individuals throughout their education and career; facilitating positive transitions, building career management skills and fostering career wellbeing.
  • The economy: Career development can support the economy by improving the efficiency of the labour market and promoting effective skills/knowledge development. 
  • Society: Career development can benefit society by promoting social justice and equity in education and work for all members of the community.

do you need advice

Please do not hesitate to contact me if you would like to arrange a careers interview or require further information. Mrs S Beeton, Head of Careers sbeeton@sphs.uk.com