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 five 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.