The number of new jobs offered in the UK increased by 3% last month compared to the previous month, according to the Reed Salary Index.

Job demand has risen 7% compared to 11 months ago, and beats the previous highpoint of 105 (recorded in February) by two points to give a Reed Job Index reading of 107.

While overall job demand rose across the country, job demand rose to its highest since the Index began in Manufacturing and Marketing, demonstrating a steady return to demand across the private sector.

Across the UK job demand was higher in every region and nation for the first time since the Index began eleven months ago. The survey also revealed that salaries for new jobs slipped further back compared to last month.

"Job demand across the country is at the strongest level we have ever recorded, a full 7% higher than when the Index began. The autumn has witnessed strong growth in the jobs market," said Martin Warnes, managing director of reed.co.uk.

"Although salaries continue to slip downwards as applicant levels reach record highs, the threat of an imminent economic double-dip certainly seems to be receding which is great news for job-seekers."