--- title: 2026 Global Workforce Trends Report --- [![First Advantage Logo](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/FADV-Primary-Solid-RGB-revised.svg)](https://www.fadv.com) ![https://4830052.fs1.hubspotusercontent-na1.net/hubfs/4830052/CORP%20(Corporate\_Marketing)/Webinars/2026%20Global%20Trends%20Report/global-trends-report-lp-cover-1300x600.jpg](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/CORP%20(Corporate_Marketing)/Webinars/2026%20Global%20Trends%20Report/global-trends-report-lp-cover-1300x600.jpg) RESEARCH REPORT # 2026 Global Workforce Trends The workforce landscape is evolving, and so are the priorities shaping hiring, risk, and identity and screening strategies. The 2026 Global Workforce Trends Report, conducted in partnership with ClearlyRated, draws on insights from thousands of hiring leaders and job seekers across four global regions. The findings reveal how organizations are aligning risk mitigation with speed, expanding identity verification and screening, and strengthening workforce trust in an AI-enabled, globally connected environment. Inside the report, you’ll find: - The top workforce priorities shaping 2026 - Why screening is expanding beyond pre-hire - What’s driving the need for risk mitigation at speed - What candidates expect from secure, transparent hiring experiences - Where and why integration and consolidation are accelerating If you’re responsible for workforce strategy, compliance, HR or talent acquisition, this research provides the data-backed insight to guide your next move. ### Download the Report  Complete the form to get the report.   --- Are you a job applicant with questions? [Click here](https://fadv.com/candidates). ### Download the Report  Complete the form to get the report.   By providing this information, you consent to First Advantage contacting you about our products and services. 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As AI accelerates recruiting, identity-first verification is becoming essential to protect workforce trust while maintaining hiring speed.   ![](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/FADV-Primary-Solid-RGB-revised.png) “Trust expectations are evolving for both hiring professionals and job candidates, reinforcing the need for transparent, secure, and well-communicated screening processes.” Maureen Lally, Chief Marketing Officer, First Advantage ## Recognized for Innovation, Ethics, and Leadership View our complete Resource Center for more educational background check content ![Group 19695](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/Group%2019695.png) ##### 2025 Excellence Program ![HR-Tech-Awards-2024-Sterling-1 1](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/HR-Tech-Awards-2024-Sterling-1%201.png) ##### Best Leadership Teams 2024 ![work-life-balance-2024-large-branded 1](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/Z%20OLD%20STUFF/2019%20Template%20Files/Awards/work-life-balance-2024-large-branded%201.png) ##### Best Work-Life Balance 2024  Sources: 2026 Global Workforce Priorities & Outlook, First Advantage.   ![First-Advantage-logo-white-2024](https://offers.fadv.com/hubfs/First-Advantage-logo-white-2024.svg) --- This content is offered for informational purposes only. 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