Pay and labour market update, June 2026

When: Thursday 02 June 2026, 11:00 AM GMT
Duration: 45 minutes

After a year of relative stability in pay awards, employers are once again facing a shifting landscape. Global uncertainty is reshaping economic assumptions and inflation expectations – just as many organisations begin planning for the year ahead.

Join this timely briefing for a clear, evidence based view of where pay is heading next.

In this 45 minute session, Sheila Attwood, senior content manager at Brightmine, will share the latest insights from the Brightmine pay awards dataset and explore:

Join us for:

  • Pay review outcomes in 2026 and how they differ by sector.
  • What key economic and labour market indicators mean for 2027 pay planning.
  • Practical considerations for employers preparing for their next pay reviews.


The session will include live Q&A, with the opportunity to submit questions in advance as well as on the day.

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When: 02 June 2026, 11 am
Duration: 45 mins

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    Sheila Attwood, Senior Content Manager, Data and HR Insights at Brightmine

    Sheila Attwood
    Senior Content Manager, Data and HR Insights at Brightmine

    Sheila leads the team that is responsible for the data and market insights content on Brightmine, including the employer practice surveys, webinars and podcasts, and reward content.

    Sheila holds a BA in geography. She has almost 30 years’ experience of working in a research and editorial capacity in a publishing environment, with a focus on the labour market, reward, industrial relations and HR practice.

    Sheila is an expert on company pay awards and is regularly called upon to appear in the broadcast and print media to comment on the level of increase in pay rates.

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