Over recent months, we’ve been using AI to conduct a monthly survey that tracks hiring demand for Technical Authors across the UK. This month, Stepstone counts have been deduplicated (only the larger Totaljobs figure is used) and cloud‑platforms that blocked access (such as Indeed) are noted separately. Open vacancies by job board Job board /… Read more »
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Cherryleaf UK Technical Writer/Author jobs indicator – May 2026
Over recent months, we’ve been using AI to conduct a monthly survey that tracks hiring demand for Technical Authors across the UK. The market for documentation professionals remains broadly stable. Demand for Technical Writer roles has eased slightly, while Technical Author roles have grown modestly. Open vacancies by job board This table summarises the number… Read more »
Cherryleaf UK Technical Writer/Author jobs indicator – April 2026 results and trend graphs
Over recent months, we’ve been using AI to conduct a monthly survey that tracks hiring demand for Technical Authors across the UK. In this post, we provide: The results for April 2026. Graphs showing the trends since we began the indicator in September 2025. Overall job volume for April 2026 Summing across the six job… Read more »
Building an AI-fluent technical writing team: A career matrix guide
The role of the technical writer is changing as AI tools are used more and more. Organisations need people who can use them, evaluate them critically, build workflows around them, and guide teams in using them responsibly. A career matrix is one of the most practical ways to define and develop those skills. Below, we’ve… Read more »
Are technical writing certifications worth It? A 2026 ROI analysis
The technical writing profession in the UK is changing. With the median salary for Technical Authors reaching £45,000, many professionals are wondering whether formal certifications offer genuine return on investment – or if practical experience alone suffices. This analysis examines the costs, benefits, and real-world impact of technical writing certifications in the current UK job… Read more »
