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Welcome to the new era of work

The workplace is transforming faster than ever. The question isn't if your organisation will change - it's how you'll lead that change.

Advances in AI and emerging technologies are moving at lightning speed, but the future of the workforce is more human than we think. Intentional workforce design that leverages the strengths of both humans and machines is the key to driving growth, unlocking efficiencies and accelerating innovation.

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    Global Human Capital Trends

    Our 2026 report captures a new reality.

    Leaders are now facing organisational tippingpoints that demand decisive action:

    How to mobilise the workforce to unlock return on AI investment?

    How to move from cost efficiency to value creation?

    How to shift from static plans to dynamic orchestration?

    The choices you make now will likely define how your organisation creates value and builds trust in an AI-powered world.Explore the 2026 report to understand how these tipping points could impact your organisation. If you’d like a tailored briefing or wish to discuss the trends in more detail, please reach out.

    Discover our latest insights

  • 2026 Gen Z and Millennial Survey

    The 15th anniversary edition of Deloitte’s global survey finds Gen Zs and millennials are seeking progress on their own terms, prioritizing stability, skills, and well-being over fast-paced growth.

    In Ireland, the housing crisis is reshaping the careers of local workers, with nearly 8 in 10 (77%) of Gen Zs and 61% of millennials saying that housing affordability affects their career decisions.

    Find out more

Meet our Human Capital leaders

Valerie Daunt

Partner, Technology & Transformation | Human Capital Leader

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Gary Notley

Partner, Technology & Transformation

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Ciaran Duffy

Partner, Technology & Transformation

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Sarah Jayne MacLaverty

Partner, Technology & Transformation

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Lynn Guilbaud

Partner, Technology & Transformation | Technology, Media & Telecommunications Leader

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Austin McEvoy

Director, Technology & Transformation

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Paul Rose

Managing Director, Technology & Transformation

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Karen Claxton

Managing Director, Technology & Transformation

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Our thinking

Humans x Machine: Scale your human edge

Organizations that bring together Humans x Machines multiply new sources of value and scale their competitive edge.

Work, reworked: What it takes to win in the age of Agentic AI

Agentic AI isn’t just a powerful new tool – it’s a transformative juggernaut that requires you to reimagine how work gets done.

HR Reimagined 2.0

AI is changing HR faster than most organizations are ready to admit. Tools are being deployed. Pilots are running. But the function itself—the roles, the operating model, the work—hasn’t fundamentally changed. That gap is where competitive advantage is being won and lost right now. The question at the front of CHROs' minds isn't "Should we transform HR"?" It's “How do we transform HR?” And further, “What does good look like?” 

2026 Global Human Capital Trends

The Global Human Capital Trends report explored the challenge of balancing tensions within the worker-organisation relationship.
Research

2026 Gen Z and Millennial Survey

The 15th anniversary edition of Deloitte’s global survey finds Gen Zs and millennials are seeking progress on their own terms, prioritizing stability, skills, and well-being over fast-paced growth.

In Ireland, the housing crisis is reshaping
the careers of local workers, with nearly 8 in 10 (77%) of Gen Zs and 61% of
millennials saying that housing affordability affects their career decisions.

Find out more

2026 Global Human Capital Trends

From tensions to tipping points: Choosing the human advantage

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Get in touch

Valarie Daunt

Valarie Daunt

Partner, Technology and Transformation | Human Capital Leader
+353 87 738 4899
Gary Notley

Gary Notley

Partner, Technology and Transformation | Human Capital | HR Strategy and Technology Lead
+353 87 606 5068
Sarah Jayne MacLaverty

Sarah Jayne MacLaverty

Partner, Technology and Transformation | Human Capital | Organisation and Work Transformation | Major Programmes
+353 87 972 1087

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