Robert Half published a study showing that two-thirds of U.S. hiring managers plan to increase permanent hiring and more than half expect to hire contract professionals in the second half of 2026.
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“According to a recent #RobertHalf study, two-thirds of U.S. hiring managers say they plan to increase permanent hiring and more than half also expecting to hire contract professionals in the second half of 2026.”
— Jennifer Tharp Johnson|Robert Half team
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Robert Half
Helping you find skilled candidates, in-demand jobs, and solutions you need to do your best work yet.
- Industry
- Staffing and Recruiting
- Location
- Menlo Park, US
- Company size
- 31,578 employees
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