See the shifts reshaping talent decisions in 2026. This year’s data shows how AI is changing the hiring process for candidates and employers, why skills are now the strongest indicators of success, and how balance and trust influence whether someone takes on something new. Explore the themes shaping the world of work – globally and market by market.
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How do you make confident decisions when both candidates and employers use AI – and applications look more polished than ever?
Which skills matter most in 2026, and how do you assess real capability as roles evolve?
If people are cautious about risking their balance by moving roles, how do you design roles and processes that earn their confidence?
How do pay transparency, ways of working and leadership behaviour shape attraction and retention?
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Our 2026 Talent Trends Report has been designed to support employers as they navigate today’s fast-moving hiring landscape. The largest and most comprehensive annual talent study of its kind, more than 60,000 professionals globally – including over 3,000 in the UK – shared their perspectives, allowing us to uncover the critical insights employers need to know.
As new technologies, shifting skills demands, and evolving candidate expectations come to the fore, the challenge for leaders is distinguishing what genuinely matters in the race to finding the right talent. This means cutting through the noise, hiring with confidence, and keeping people at the centre of decision-making.
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