2026 Skills Gap Report

Survey findings on what’s missing—and what’s needed most.

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53%

of survey respondents say the technical skills gap is widening in option implied probability.

Survey findings on what’s missing—and what’s needed most.

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The skills gap: are you prepared for the impact of AI?

Workflow and hiring challenges

Workflow: the #1 hiring pain

Workflow is the missing link. Employers want steady process, not just credentials.

The market isn’t short of people with certificates, but employers want candidates who can apply technical skills in messy, real-world situations. The latest survey shows workflow gaps are top of mind.

  • 68% Hiring managers report difficulty finding candidates with steady workflow habits.
  • 54% Say new hires struggle with hands-on probability work.
  • 62% Want practical experience over exam results.

Employers consistently point to workflow as the hardest skill set to find—not just technical knowledge, but the ability to structure and explain decisions clearly.

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How many employers struggle to hire for workflow-based technical skills?

  • Major challenge 32%
  • Some challenge 36%
  • Little challenge 18%
  • No challenge 14%

Technical skills in short supply

Technical skills gap

Hands-on skills are in demand—model-building, explanation, and transparency.

Employers are less concerned with textbook knowledge and more with how skills hold up in actual workflow. The survey identifies specific technical skills that set candidates apart.

  • 51% Option implied probability tops the list of skills gaps.
  • 47% Employers want hands-on model-building, not just theory.
  • 45% Clear documentation and explanation are in demand.

It’s not about chasing the latest tool—real value comes from candidates who use probability tools in live cases and can show their reasoning under pressure.

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Which technical skills do managers struggle to find?
  • Option implied probability 51%
  • Model-building 24%
  • Documentation 13%
  • Other 12%

What professionals value in upskilling

What professionals want from upskilling

Support and workflow matter more than theory.

Surveyed professionals say not all upskilling is equal—what matters most is how support and assessment are structured. Ongoing alumni access and practical troubleshooting make the difference.

  • 73% Value ongoing feedback and troubleshooting support.
  • 68% Prefer real market cases for assessment.
  • 61% See alumni network as a key benefit.

Programmes with a clear, case-driven workflow and steady support earn higher satisfaction—and alumni say this helps most with job changes or advancement.

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What makes an upskilling programme stand out for professionals?
  • Ongoing feedback 37%
  • Case-driven assessment 29%
  • Alumni network 23%
  • Other 11%
Practical skills drive real outcomes Steady progress, not quick fixes

Alumni who adopted a workflow-based approach to option implied probability report greater confidence and improved job prospects. The survey shows that durable process skills—tested with real cases—matter more for career progress than flashy credentials or rote theory. Most say the steady, transparent approach pays off when facing real uncertainty, not just in interviews but on the job itself.

89% of alumni report a positive impact on their career after applying these skills.

Key skills gap findings

A shortage of practical, workflow-driven skills is reshaping the market. Here’s what sets top candidates apart.

  • Technical workflow is the top hiring challenge
  • Demand for hands-on probability skills rising
  • Employers want practical case experience
  • Strong alumni networks boost job prospects
  • Clear assessment and feedback are valued
  • Ongoing upskilling is now an expectation

Download the skills gap report

Find out what the latest skills gap research means for professionals, employers, and anyone looking to stay relevant in risk and analytics. Download the full report for a deeper look at hiring challenges, what’s missing, and how to respond.
  • Headline findings from the 2026 industry survey
  • The top technical gaps employers identify
  • Why practical workflow habits are in demand
  • Insights on what sets professionals apart
  • Recommendations for closing the gap
  • Links to additional workflow resources

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