Talent Trends 2026: Human-AI Power Couple - Middle East

Recorded on: 26 November 2025

Duration: 60 minutes

AI isn’t just a tool anymore. It’s part of the workforce.

Korn Ferry’s global survey of more than 1,600 talent leaders—and insights from 230 of our own experts—found that 84 percent plan to use AI in 2026. But that’s only part of the story.

The GCC’s transformative vision is fueling massive AI and data center investments—over $20 billion across the UAE and Saudi Arabia. With new hyperscale projects and AI campuses underway, Human + AI teams are reshaping how work gets done and redefining the talent landscape.

Hybrid human + AI teams, shrinking entry-level pipelines, and leadership blind spots are reshaping the talent agenda. Organizations that prepare now will have the edge.

Join Korn Ferry experts as they unpack the global talent acquisition trends through a deeper regional dive into the GCC, exploring how AI, data investments, and evolving workforce priorities are redefining talent.

The future of talent acquisition is already unfolding. Don’t get left behind.

What You’ll Learn

• How to lead mixed human + AI teams
• Why critical thinking is the No. 1 skill for 2026
• How cutting entry-level roles today risks tomorrow’s leadership pipeline
• Why most leaders aren’t ready for AI—and how to close the gap
• How office mandates and C-suite buy-in could make or break your talent strategy

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