Global Hiring in 2026 : New Roles, New Technology, and New Challenges

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Steve Boese

Co-Founder and Chief Data Officer of H3 HR Advisors and Program Chair, HR Technology Conference

Trish Steed

Co- Founder and Chief Strategy Officer, H3 HR Advisors

About this episode

Global Hiring in 2026 : New Roles, New Technology, and New Challenges

Host: Steve Boese and Trish Steed

Guest: Lauren Thomas, Labor Economist at Deel

 

Summary

On this episode of the HR Happy Hour, Steve Boese and Trish Steed are joined by Lauren Thomas to discuss into the evolving landscape of global labor markets. They explore the role of technology and the emerging opportunities in AI-related roles. Lauren shares insights from Deel’s recent State of Global Hiring Report, revealing how companies are prioritizing talent over cost and the growing significance of local expertise in international expansion. Listen in!

 

Chapters

00:00  Introduction to Global Hiring and Labor Market Trends
04:08  Overview of Deel’s Global Hiring Report and its Purpose
08:40  Capability Gaps as a Driver for Hiring in Tech
11:12  The Role of Soft Skills in Sales and Client Relations
18:22  Compensation Levels for AI Trainers
22:53  The Potential Influence of AI and Technology on Job Markets
29:28  Regional Hiring Trends and Diversity Across Different Markets
31:16  Opportunities for Small and Mid-Sized Companies to Leverage Global Talent

 

 

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