Current and upcoming research

By contributing data on pay awards or pay levels, organisations gain access to free summary data and a discount on IDR products and services. Participation offers employers valuable insights that will help inform their pay and reward strategies.

How does it work?

We are currently researching the topics listed below. You can find out more, and take part, in any survey by clicking the links provided. In return you will receive a free summary of the analysis.

Current research

Pay Review Outcomes

Provide information on your organisation's latest pay review.

IDR survey of maternity, paternity and parental leave 2026

This survey will provide detailed insights into the extent to which organisations improve on statutory entitlements and how they do so. The survey also looks at parental leave, carer's leave and flexible working and fertility support. 

Support functions survey 2026

Although these roles may not make as many labour market headlines as some other disciplines, recruiting and retaining them is vital for employers. This survey will provide a comprehensive snapshot of the current reward landscape for support function roles such as Administration, Finance and Customer Service.

Pay and Conditions in Retail 2026

The survey aims to gain a clearer picture of current employment practices and emerging trends within the lower-paying sectors including supermarkets, high-street/online retailers, and hospitality businesses.

Upcoming research

Quarter 2:

Standby and call-out

Pay for retail roles

Pay planning for 2027

Quarter 3:

Pay and conditions in engineering

Pay for lawyers

Pay for project management roles

Graduate and apprentice pay

Quarter 4:

Pay for roles in property and facilities

Charity roles

Pay intentions for 2027 

For further information on any of our research or services, get in touch.

Pay and benefit reports

Building on this research, IDR produces a wide range of 'off-the-shelf' pay and benefits reports. Our reports combine the data we collect with our expert analysis and commentary and can be invaluable in helping you make informed reward decisions.

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