2026 CPO Salary & Market Insights Survey

The Tandem Partners CPO Salary & Market Insights Survey is now live for 2026.

Designed specifically for Chief People Officers, HR Directors, Heads of People & Culture and senior HR leaders, this survey explores the trends shaping Australia's HR leadership landscape.

From remuneration and executive hiring through to workforce strategy, leadership priorities, organisational challenges and the impact of AI, the survey will provide valuable insights into what's happening at the top of the profession.

This year's survey also takes a closer look at how AI is influencing strategic HR decision-making, workforce planning and the evolving role of HR leaders.

The survey takes around 6 minutes to complete, is completely anonymous, and everyone who participates will receive a complimentary copy of the final 2026 CPO Salary & Market Insights Report.

If you're a senior HR leader, we'd love to hear your perspective.