The HR Salary Hub
Explore our resources to gain further insight on HR salaries, your earning potential, salary based counter-offers and how to negotiate your HR salary.
Explore our salary hub
What is the HR Salary Hub?
Whether you’re a seasoned HR professional or exploring a career in human resources, understanding the nuances of HR salaries is key to achieving financial success and professional satisfaction.
Why there is no harm in being open about salaries, it’s a topic we sometimes shy away from. Our hub gives you access to useful tips and resources in securing a pay rise, determining if you’re being paid fairly, salary guides in your region and benchmarking your salary against your industry peers by using our HR salary calculator (coming soon!).
What is my earning potential?
There are many factors that play a part in your take home salary, from level of role, experience and company sector.
For those starting out a career in HR as an Administrator can generally expect to receive a salary between £18,000 and £23,000. Moving into a HR Officer/Advisor position can see anything between £24,000 and £35,000.
HR Managers can earn anything between £35,000 and £55,000 and for those in a Director or above position can expect to receive £55,000 up to and in excess of £80000. As mentioned, the sector and your overall output and experience will always play a factor, in your HR salary alongside your negotiating skills when taking an accepting a role.
If you would like further details on salary information or bespoke findings in your area or for your HR role, please reach out to a member of our team.
Benchmark HR salaries across the UK.
Our UK HR salary guide provides comprehensive salary benchmarking across all HR specialisms.
It also discusses the results of a survey sent to HR professionals which covered the reasons people chose to move roles, HR’s relationship with the business and recruitment and resource challenges.
If you are looking for a new role or to hire in your HR team, we hope this provides useful insight.
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Exploring compensation trends in HR Roles
In today’s competitive job market, understanding HR salaries is essential for both employers and job seekers. From HR Assistants to HR Managers, compensation varies widely based on factors like experience, location and industry.
The impact of cost of living on HR salaries
Job titles within HR can also significantly impact salaries. Roles such as HR Director or HR Business Partner typically come with higher compensation packages compared to entry-level positions like HR Coordinator. Understanding the hierarchy and responsibilities associated with each title is crucial for negotiating fair compensation.
Navigating job titles and salary expectations
As the cost of living continues to rise, HR salaries must adjust to remain competitive. In high-cost areas like major cities, HR professionals often command higher salaries to meet the demands of living expenses. Conversely, in regions with lower costs of living, salaries may be adjusted accordingly.
Strategies for maximizing HR compensation
To ensure fair compensation in HR roles, it’s essential to research industry standards, assess your skills and experience, and negotiate effectively during job offers. Additionally, staying updated on salary trends and networking within the HR community can provide valuable insights into earning potential.
