HR Specialist Salary in Australia

A$88,000Regional estimate

The median HR Specialist / Recruiter salary in Australia is A$88,000. Most professionals earn between A$65,000 and A$157,000, with the top 10% earning above A$157,000. This figure represents a regional estimate.

Pay percentiles

Regional estimate
25th percentile
A$65,000
Median (p50)
A$88,000
75th percentile
A$119,000
Top 10% (p90)
A$157,000

Gross annual, local currency.

Salary by seniority

Estimated
JuniorA$53,000-40%
Mid-levelA$77,000-12%
SeniorA$110,000+25%
Lead / ExecA$154,000+75%

Total compensation

Base80%
Bonus8%
Equity4%
Benefits8%

Benefits are worth about A$10,500 a year on top of cash pay.

Where this pay goes furthest

The same package, in local cost-of-living terms, across markets.

How we calculate this

These figures are a regional estimate for gross annual salaries. They are based on data collected from various sources, providing a benchmark for HR Specialist / Recruiter compensation across Australia. Benefits are valued at an additional A$10,500 per year.

Frequently asked questions

Is A$88,000 a good salary for an HR Specialist / Recruiter in Australia?

Earning the median salary of A$88,000 means you are earning more than 50% of HR Specialists / Recruiters in Australia. The 75th percentile is A$119,000, indicating significant earning potential above the median.

How does a senior HR Specialist / Recruiter salary compare to a junior one?

The median salary for a senior HR Specialist / Recruiter is A$110,000, while the median for a junior role is A$53,000. This shows a substantial difference based on experience level.

What is the total compensation for an HR Specialist / Recruiter?

The total compensation includes base salary plus benefits. The median base salary is A$88,000, with an additional estimated benefits value of A$10,500 per year.

How are these HR Specialist / Recruiter salary figures calculated?

These figures are derived from a dataset representing HR Specialist / Recruiter salaries across Australia. They include percentiles like the 25th (A$65,000), median (A$88,000), and 75th (A$119,000) to show the salary distribution.

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