Adecco Australia
Salary Guide 2026
Shape your workforce strategy in 2026
Your essential resource for salary benchmarks, hiring trends, and workforce strategies.
The Australian recruitment market is shifting rapidly. Skills shortages, evolving salary expectations and the rise of AI are redefining how organisations attract and retain talent. To stay competitive, you need data-driven insights, not guesswork.
Our Adecco Australia Salary Guide 2026 gives you everything you need to make informed decisions:
- Comprehensive salary benchmarks across 14+ industries and key roles
- Permanent and temporary hiring trends for the year ahead
- Insights from 145 organisations and senior leaders on workforce planning
- Strategies to attract and retain top talent, including EVP best practices
- Market intelligence on benefits, flexibility and employee expectations
Whether you're planning headcount growth, managing costs, or future-proofing your workforce, this guide is your blueprint for success.
of employers plan to increase permanent headcount in 2026, showing a stronger appetite for hiring compared to last year
employers plan to increase pay for temporary staff in 2026
of employers report positive sentiment about the 2026 employment market
Take control of your career in 2026
Wondering what employers are paying this year? Curious about which roles are in demand? The Adecco Australia Salary Guide 2026 helps you navigate a competitive job market with confidence.
Inside the guide, you’ll find:
- Salary benchmarks for your role and industry
- Hiring trends and what employers value most in 2026
- Tips to position yourself for success, including skills in demand
- Insights into benefits, flexibility, and career progression opportunities
- Data from thousands of Australian professionals to help you negotiate effectively
Whether you’re actively looking or just exploring your options, this guide gives you the knowledge to plan your next move and secure the best possible offer.
of Australian respondents priorities flexible and hybrid work, making workplace flexibility a key expectation in 2025
of temporary workers are not looking to change roles at all, so employers will need stronger EVP and outreach to attract them
of employees are either neutral or uncommitted. Monitoring engagement can help identify teams or individuals at risk of leaving, allowing for proactive retention interventions.
Get your Adecco Australia Salary Guide 2026 today!
Our Adecco Australia Salary Guide 2026 provides crucial insights into current salary benchmarks and industry trends, offering invaluable guidance for both employers and job seekers. Whether you're an experienced professional managing the complexities of talent acquisition or a candidate looking to elevate your career, this comprehensive guide empowers you to make informed decisions that go beyond just earning potential.
