2026 HR market & salary intelligence report.

The HR profession is undergoing significant transformation. As organisations embrace AI, workforce analytics and digital HR technologies, people leaders are being challenged to balance strategic priorities with ongoing talent shortages, changing workforce expectations and increasing demands for business impact.

Randstad HR Partners' 2026 Human Resources Insights & Salary Benchmarking Report provides employers and HR professionals with a comprehensive view of Australia's HR market, combining salary benchmarking, talent availability data and market intelligence across specialist HR roles.

Drawing on insights from industry research, labour market data, professional networks and Randstad's specialist expertise, this report explores the trends shaping HR recruitment and workforce planning in 2026.