AI 시대의 채용, 2026-05-25 인사이트
AI가 채용 시장을 뒤흔드는 가운데, 중소·중견기업을 중심으로 '정서적 연봉'의 중요성이 커지고 있습니다. 2026년 리더십 체계 개편과 조직문화 혁신 등 HR의 핵심 흐름을 짚어드립니다.
HR Insights for Today — 2026-05-25
Latest Recruitment and Labor Trends
1. "My New Coworker is AI"... AI Hiring Expands from Japan
In Japan, companies are now hiring AI as entry-level employees, signaling that traditional human-centric recruitment models are being challenged. The reality of AI effectively replacing human jobs is unfolding before our eyes.

2. The 'Talent Cliff' is Coming... SMEs Need 'Emotional Salary'
According to a report by Hankyung Magazine, SMEs are warned that to prevent talent attrition, they must strengthen "emotional salary"—the psychological rewards and sense of belonging—in addition to financial compensation.

3. KOMCA and Gainji Campus Sign MOU for Leadership Development
The Korea Music Copyright Association (KOMCA, Chairman Lee Si-ha) signed an MOU with Gainji Campus to strengthen employee leadership and advance organizational culture. The ceremony was held at the KOMCA headquarters in Gangseo-gu, Seoul, on the 19th.
Organizational Culture and Leadership Insights
1. Alignment Healthcare Appoints Founder John Kao as Chairman
California-based value-based care company Alignment Healthcare announced on May 14, 2026, that founder and CEO John Kao has been appointed as Chairman, restructuring its leadership with a new COO and MSO (Management Services Organization) system.

2. HRD KOREA 2026: Innovations in Organization and Talent Strategy
"HRD KOREA 2026 HRD Conference & HRD Expo," a comprehensive event for human resources development and organizational culture innovation, was held and garnered significant attention from HR practitioners.

3. 2026 HR Trend: Balancing AI Integration and Human-Centric Shifts
The keyword for HR in 2026 is the balance between AI integration and human-centric shifts. Analysis shows that AI is moving beyond a mere tool for efficiency and becoming the central axis for redesigning recruitment, assessment, training, and leadership.
HR Practices and Strategic Analysis
1. KPC 2026 HRD Trend Report: Surge in Demand for Digital Skills
According to the 2026 HRD Trend Report from the Korea Productivity Center (KPC), while demand for professional expertise remains high, "digital skills" rose to second place (47% of total responses) from third place (34%) last year. This highlights how generative AI and digital transformation (DX) are making digital skills a core competency across all functions.
2. Gartner: 78% of CHROs Say AI Requires Workflow and Role Redesign
A December 2025 survey of 110 CHROs by Gartner revealed that 78% agree on the need to redesign workflows and roles as AI investment deepens. Gartner presents this as a key change management trend for CHROs in 2026.

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