Now in its fourteenth year of operations in Iraq, mselect presents the Iraq Employment Outlook 2026, offering a rare and data-driven view of the country’s evolving labour market. Based on survey responses from employees across multiple industries and regions, the report explores key themes shaping the year ahead, including hiring intentions, business expansion, talent availability, skills gaps, and the financial pressures influencing organisational decisions.

The findings reflect a climate of cautious optimism, with many organisations anticipating growth while still navigating economic and regulatory challenges such as currency fluctuations, tax changes, and banking restrictions.

With insights not readily available elsewhere, the mselect Iraq Employment Outlook 2026 provides valuable guidance for organisations seeking to understand workforce dynamics and plan effectively for the year ahead.

Download the full mselect 2026 Iraq Employment Outlook Report here.