2026 Skills Index

2026 Skills Index

The interim expertise organizations need to turn strategy into execution
August 12, 2026

From priorities to progress

Execution has become a defining competitive advantage. As organizations pursue multiple strategic priorities simultaneously, they are increasingly seeking specialized leadership and expertise to maintain momentum. The 2026 Skills Index analyzes proprietary Heidrick & Struggles data to reveal the capabilities shaping demand for interim leaders and experts this year.

Read the report to discover:

  • The most in-demand skills and those gaining momentum across industries and business functions
  • The business priorities shaping demand, from AI adoption and finance transformation to PMO leadership and commercial execution
  • How organizations are using interim leaders and experts to strengthen execution capacity during periods of significant change

 

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