Job Statistics
IT Job Statistics – Reference Information
How do you know that we at BITE will be successful in helping you?
At BITE we are continually striving to help people get their ideal IT position. Our focus is on launching contractors into successful independent careers through our Ten Point Plan. Below you will find some useful statistics about BITE and the UK IT Contracting sector, the rates, contracts available in London and the UK.
- How do you know we can help?
- How long does it take?
Well here’s some stat’s that might help!
- Average time spent looking for a job is currently 2 weeks
- We only work with people we invite and wish to join our happy band of contractors
- We only work with people we meet and interview on a face to face basis
- Current success rate : 99%
- Last years success rate : 95%
Current Market Rates for Contractors
BITE’s expert consultants help new contractors accurately gauge their market rates, based on their individual skills, their experience and current market trends. We strive to make sure all our contractors and consultants are paid what they are worth, maximising their incomes.
| Role / Job Type | Average hourly rates* |
| Networker’s, Administrators & Support |
£24.86
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| Database Administrators & Systems Administrators |
£28.93
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| Analyst Programmers & Developers (General) |
£35.25
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| Specialists: ERP, Oracle, SAP, PeopleSoft etc |
£27.72
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| Programme Managers, Project Managers, IT Managers |
£29.45
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| New Media (Web) & E-Commerce Developers |
£26.70
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| Testers, IBM Mainframe & Others |
£28.08
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| Business Analysts, Data Analysts, Business Intelligence |
£31.82
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| Infrastructure, Windows, Security Specialists |
£303 (per day)
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| Graphic Designers |
£19.15
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Source: BITE Statistics
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(*varies on skills and experience)
Most sought after skills
We work very closely with all our contractors, agencies and recruiters alike. This means that out experts always know the current IT market climate and help contractors find the best jobs. We know the IT market, the agencies, and our contractors, forming long term 3-way partnerships – resulting in quick job searches for our contractors and the right candidates for companies.
| Analysts | Oracle |
| ASP.NET | PHP |
| C# | SAP |
| C++ | SQL |
| Developers | SQL Server |
| HTML | UNIX |
| J2EE | VB |
| Java | VB.NET |
| Linux | Windows |
| .NET | XML |
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Source: BITE Statistics
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Recently acquired positions
Many of our contractors are unaware of their value and rates they should be after. Full interview training and career guidance ensure they get paid what they are worth. The UK contracting market is unlike any other and BITE’s services are unique.
| Role | Rate |
| Graphic Designer | £19.00 / hour |
| Developer | £32.00 / hour |
| DBA | £32.00 / hour |
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Source: BITE Statistics
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BITE contractors work with leading companies
| Investment Bank’s | SME’s (Small / Medium Enterprise) |
| Government Departments | Global and National Companies |
| Software Development | National Telecommunication |
| Website Development Firms | Internet Companies |
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Source: BITE Statistics
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Testimonials
“When I first came to London I was recommended Bite by a friend that was with them. He said that finding a job in the UK was not the same as back home (NZ) and that Bite were a huge help.”
“Compared with the other companies I’ve dealt with, Bite always pay on time and have a friendly, efficient and most importantly a clued up accounts team.”
“I have had an association with BITE since July 2001, firstly with the Wellington New Zealand office which helped me with my Ancestral Entry application.”
“I was especially impressed with the fact that Bite staff took out their own personal time to assist me with visa applications after working hours in 2006 and re-enforced my view that they are here to have a sustainable, relationship with all the contractors and not just make a quick quid.”
More BITE Testimonials can be found here
Recently working via BITE by Nationality
BITE contractors are sourced from around the globe and enjoy the benefits of contracting. Contracting is not for everyone but if you think you’ve got what it takes send us your CV for a free consultation. If you have any questions or concerns about Visa’s let us know – note that we are not a Visa services company but can provide impartial advice for those coming to the UK to work.
Recruitment agencies working with BITE
BITE and Recruitment Agencies work closely together to help contractors find jobs quickly and easily. Many jobs aren’t advertised but with our close ties with agents we can help you find contracts fast.
| MSB International | Spring Technology Staffing Services |
| Elan Computing Limited | Capita Resourcing |
| Computer Futures Solutions | GCS Computer Recruitment Services |
| Computer People | Greythorn |
| Harvey Nash/Mortimer Spinks | Hays IT |
| Abraxas | Hewitts Recruitment |
| Generic Software Limited | Absolute Solutions |
| Pathway Resourcing | Parity Resources |
| Lorien PLC | LA International |
| Alexander Mann Solutions | McGregor Boyal |
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Source: BITE Statistics
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