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  "@type": "FAQPage",
  "mainEntity": [
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What are the most important recruiting trends in 2026?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "AI adoption, remote and hybrid hiring, DE&I, pay transparency, and skills-based hiring are among the most impactful trends reshaping recruitment strategies this year."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How is AI changing recruitment in 2026?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "AI automates high-volume screening, improves candidate matching accuracy, speeds up scheduling, and provides data-driven insights that help recruiters prioritise their time more effectively."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "Why is pay transparency important in recruitment?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Candidates expect it, and in many regions it is legally required. Including salary ranges in job postings improves application quality, reduces time wasted on mismatched candidates, and builds trust with potential hires."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How does remote work affect the recruiting process?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "It expands the talent pool geographically but requires recruiters to adapt processes for virtual screening, remote onboarding, and digital candidate engagement throughout the hiring journey."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What is gamification in recruitment and why does it matter?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Gamification uses interactive assessments and simulations to evaluate candidates in a more engaging way. It improves candidate experience, surfaces better data on skills and behaviour, and helps organisations stand out in competitive talent markets."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "How can recruiters prepare for Gen Z candidates?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "Prioritise transparency, digital-first processes, authentic employer brand content, and rapid communication. Gen Z candidates research employers thoroughly and respond better to genuine culture insight than polished corporate messaging."
      }
    },
    {
      "@type": "Question",
      "name": "What role does employer branding play in recruiting trends?",
      "acceptedAnswer": {
        "@type": "Answer",
        "text": "A strong employer brand directly influences both the volume and quality of applicants. In 2026, it is one of the most cost-effective levers recruiters have for improving hiring outcomes without increasing advertising spend."
      }
    }
  ]
}