Top HR Priorities for 2026: Is your strategy ready?

As HR leaders look toward the year ahead, the landscape is shifting rapidly. From significant employment law changes to the transformative power of AI, 2026 promises to be a year of both challenge and opportunity.

Strategic planning is no longer optional, it is essential for risk reduction and organisational success. Based on our latest research with organisations, we have identified the critical initiatives that will define HR strategies in 2026.

See the priorities that matter most for 2026, and access the resources to help your team address them. Learn more as we uncover topics such as:

  • Adapting to transformative employment law changes: Stay compliant and mitigate risks with proactive strategies.
  • Empowering line managers to lead effectively: Close critical skills gaps and drive team performance
  • Future-proofing your workforce and technology: Align your people strategy with emerging trends and innovations.

Stay ahead of change. Download our comprehensive whitepaper to explore the top priorities shaping the future of work.

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    2026 is crucial for HR. Do you know the key priorities?