“Have your say on the snapshot of the people profession”

“Have your say on the snapshot of the people profession”

We’re inviting you to take part in the CIPD’s annual survey on the people profession – a key opportunity for HR and people professionals* to share their perspectives. Your input will help us understand the trends shaping people practice today, the challenges and priorities you face, and how you feel about your career and working life as the world of work continues to evolve.

This research will plays a vital role in informing CIPD policy, thought leadership and practical support for the profession. The findings will be published later this year, providing a clear, evidence-based snapshot of the people profession and amplifying the voice of practitioners like you.

The survey is now live https://www.cipdinsights.co.uk/oa/6dd683 and will be open until 8th June 2026.

* Suitable respondents must be currently working in an HR/people function, not just have HR responsibilities as part of their role. All specialisms with the people profession are welcome to complete the survey as well as independent HR consultants.


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  • Thanks Mark, I've messaged about this in the CIPD LinkedIn community. The first gateway question was the stumbling block for me, one I hope can be fixed for me and others who are not vendors or suppliers but CIPD members who work independently and run their own businesses. I wanted to share this with my community so CIPD members there could have their say but I don't know how to guide them so they can complete it and not get barred by getting the first question wrong, which is what I did when I clicked 'other'. Fingers crossed this can be acknowledged. Thank you for listening. 

  • Hello Sharon, thank you for raising this point.

    I believe the question you are referring to asks about your work status, which isn’t intended to filter out independents or consultants. Its purpose is to filter out those who aren’t currently working as we need to ensure we are reaching respondents who are currently working within the profession. If the individual is working, they should choose one of the first three options: working full time, or part-time (8-29 hrs), or part-time (less than 8 hours). 

    Later in the survey, there's another question that captures your job roles within the profession that will allow independents and consultants to chose the appropriate option for them. 

    Hope that helps. Please do share with your community, that would be very appreciated. 

    Rebecca (Senior Policy and Practice adviser at the CIPD)

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  • Hello Sharon, thank you for raising this point.

    I believe the question you are referring to asks about your work status, which isn’t intended to filter out independents or consultants. Its purpose is to filter out those who aren’t currently working as we need to ensure we are reaching respondents who are currently working within the profession. If the individual is working, they should choose one of the first three options: working full time, or part-time (8-29 hrs), or part-time (less than 8 hours). 

    Later in the survey, there's another question that captures your job roles within the profession that will allow independents and consultants to chose the appropriate option for them. 

    Hope that helps. Please do share with your community, that would be very appreciated. 

    Rebecca (Senior Policy and Practice adviser at the CIPD)

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