Workplace Research & Insights

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January 2026 jobs report: Employers add 130,000 jobs The U.S. added 130,000 jobs, and the unemployment rate edged down to 4.3%. Read more about the January 2026 jobs report. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-11T10:50:00.000-05:00 Research and insights

HR staffing trends are shifting: 4 changes employers need to watch HR staffing trends for 2026 reveal rising demand for hybrid skills, longer hiring timelines and flexible staffing as HR’s role expands with AI and workforce transformation. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-06T05:00:00.000-05:00 Research and insights

Facing recruitment challenges for certain roles? Here’s why—and how to overcome them It’s not your imagination: Some roles are tough to staff right now. Learn about labor market trends contributing to employers’ skilled talent recruitment challenges in this post featuring reaserch from Robert Half. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-05T09:55:00.000-08:00 Research and insights

2026 Human resources (HR) job market: In-demand roles and hiring trends Discover key HR hiring trends in 2026, from in-demand roles to the impact of AI and flexibility. Learn how to attract top talent in a competitive job market. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-04T20:20:00.000-05:00 Research and insights

2026 Legal job market: In-demand roles and hiring trends Discover the top legal hiring trends in 2026, from AI integration to evolving workplace expectations. Learn what roles are in demand and how to stay competitive. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-04T14:20:00.000-08:00 Research and insights

What to know about hiring and salary trends in public accounting The public accounting field is rapidly evolving and the hiring outlook for skilled professionals looks bright. Learn more about public accounting career paths and starting salaries for in-demand roles in this post. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-03T16:49:00.000-08:00 Research and insights

2026 Technology job market: In-demand roles and hiring trends Discover the top hiring trends in technology for 2026 and the roles most in demand. Learn how to attract and retain skilled tech professionals in a competitive market. ROBERT HALF 2026-02-03T17:08:00.000-05:00 Research and insights