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The results are in. Learn more about the candidate experience in 2026 in our Job Seeker Survey results.

Every year, we turn to our candidates to learn more about their priorities and preferences as they navigate the job market. To better understand these evolving expectations, we surveyed over 1,000 professionals across the country to uncover what candidates are really looking for right now. Download now to read the results.
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For a more in-depth analysis on the state of the job market, download our 2026 Market Trend Report below.

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2026 Job Seeker Experience Survey

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The State of the Market

Job Search Challenges

How AI is Impacting Job Seekers

2026 Market Trend Report & Salary Guide

Discover the salary benchmarks and hiring insights you’ll need to build your team, across every industry and discipline.

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Career Group Companies Market Trend Report and Salary Guide 2023

Built for Every Specialty

Career Group Companies is home to five highly specialized divisions, giving our clients access to the most exclusive and far-reaching network. Our family of brands allows us to tailor our approach for each search with teams focused exclusively on sourcing and retention within their respective industries and fields.

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Corporate & Private Services

Career Group specializes in placements within corporate and private services and has dedicated teams focused in the sectors of administrative, finance and accounting, private services and household staff, hospitality, human resources, and legal services.

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Fashion, Beauty & Luxury

Fourth Floor is the leading fashion recruiting firm in the country. We place the best and brightest talent in roles at top apparel, beauty, e-commerce, and luxury brands and retailers nationwide–in every department.

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Creative, Marketing & Technology

The name Syndicatebleu is synonymous with passion, innovation, and expertise. As one of the leading creative, marketing, tech, IT, and sales recruiting firms in the country, we place highly skilled professionals at top companies across a diverse range of industries.

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Executive Search

Career Group Search specializes in building executive teams. We place the highest caliber of talent in Director, VP, and C-level roles, with clients ranging from Fortune 100 companies to boutique startup firms.

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Event Staffing

Career Group Events sets a higher standard for event staffing. We offer the most customizable approach to both large and small-scale event staffing. From corporate conferences to major sporting events, we handle the staff – so you can handle the show.

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