Global professional services powerhouse Deloitte has unveiled plans to create 100 new technology and artificial intelligence roles in Greater Manchester, reinforcing the city-region’s status as one of the UK’s fastest-growing innovation and digital technology ecosystems.
The new jobs will be housed within a dedicated technology centre at Deloitte’s modern office at 100 Embankment, Salford, a striking riverside complex just across the Irwell from Manchester’s bustling city centre. This move further solidifies Salford’s emergence as a major destination for high-skill, knowledge-based employment and digital transformation.
The decision to scale up in Greater Manchester comes amid a wave of investment in the region’s AI and digital sectors, as both government and private enterprise increasingly look beyond London to drive the UK’s future economic competitiveness. Deloitte’s announcement is seen as a significant endorsement of Manchester’s capabilities, both as a talent hub and as a collaborative environment for emerging technology development.
The new technology centre will support Deloitte’s clients across industries including financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and energy, delivering tailored solutions that leverage cutting-edge AI, machine learning, cloud engineering, data analytics, and cyber resilience tools.
In parallel, Deloitte is launching a multi-year technical training and development programme designed to nurture a new generation of tech professionals. The initiative aims to provide accessible routes into technology careers for both early-career individuals and mid-career changers, including those without a traditional background in STEM.
“We see Greater Manchester as a critical engine of digital growth and innovation for the UK,” said a Deloitte spokesperson. “By investing in talent and infrastructure here, we’re building long-term capacity to help our clients navigate an increasingly complex technology landscape, while also creating opportunities for people to build rewarding, future-focused careers.”
The programme will combine classroom-based learning with on-the-job project experience, mentorship, and industry certification pathways, forming part of Deloitte’s broader UK strategy to democratise access to high-growth tech roles.
Greater Manchester has long been positioning itself as a world-class destination for digital innovation and artificial intelligence. The city-region boasts a unique ecosystem that blends academic research excellence (via institutions like the University of Manchester and Manchester Metropolitan University) with vibrant startup activity, scale-up potential, and public sector support for digital infrastructure and skills development.
Mayor of Greater Manchester Andy Burnham has championed tech as a pillar of the region’s economic future, pushing for investment in AI governance, digital inclusion, and smart city solutions. In that context, Deloitte’s latest expansion aligns perfectly with the city’s strategic goals and is expected to strengthen its national and international profile as a centre of excellence in AI and emerging tech.
“Deloitte’s investment is a huge vote of confidence in Greater Manchester’s tech talent and innovation ecosystem,” said a regional economic development official. “This kind of commitment not only brings high-quality jobs, but also encourages knowledge-sharing and accelerates the city’s ambition to lead the UK’s digital future from the North.”
This announcement also reflects a growing trend in which global firms are moving parts of their innovation and service operations away from traditional London-centric models and instead choosing to tap into regional centres with high-quality infrastructure, better cost efficiency, and growing talent pools.
By establishing its technology centre in Salford, Deloitte joins a growing list of global companies – including Amazon, Microsoft, Google, and BBC, that have either expanded or relocated digital operations to Greater Manchester in recent years. The area’s mix of quality of life, diverse population, and tech-savvy graduates continues to make it an increasingly attractive alternative to the capital for both employees and employers.
Recruitment for the 100 new roles is set to begin in phases, with the first wave of positions expected to be filled over the coming months. Deloitte has confirmed that roles will span software engineering, data science, cloud operations, AI modeling, user experience design, and IT architecture, among others.
As the firm deepens its presence in Greater Manchester, it is also exploring opportunities to collaborate more closely with local universities, innovation centres, and community-led tech initiatives. Plans are already underway to partner with digital upskilling programmes and regional talent networks to ensure the benefits of this investment are widely shared.
For now, Deloitte’s investment represents not just a boost in job numbers, but a significant step forward in reshaping the UK’s innovation geography, and a compelling indication that the future of tech isn’t confined to the capital.