Report: Ireland’s HR Landscape 2026

First-hand insights into the challenges, concerns and trends that Ireland’s HR leaders are facing in 2026.

First-hand insights and trends from an in-depth survey of Ireland’s leading HR professionals

We conducted a national survey of HR directors, managers, CHROs and more… from across the public, private and non-profit sector to find out what their biggest challenges, concerns and focus areas are for 2026. This report collates the findings of the survey overlaid with our expert analysis.

What’s Inside the Report:

  • Key Challenges: From attracting and retaining talent to employee engagement and cost-cutting, read what the biggest challenges facing HR in 2026 are.

  • Training & Development: From coaching and mentoring to management training, understand where your peers are investing their training budgets in 2026.

  • Trends and Predictions: Ongoing uncertainty, AI integration and hybrid working concerns all feature in the variety of predictions and trends the survey recipients identified.

Let’s Talk About Your Needs:
If you need help with any of the challenges outlined in this report, book a free consultation or contact us at info@insighthr.ie.