2024 saw a recruitment landscape defined by shifting power dynamics and economic caution. Following the buoyant highs of 2022 and the uncertainty of 2023, Australia faced another challenging year, with job advertising down across most industries. As job seekers lost leverage and employers grappled with cost pressures, the focus turned to maintaining employer brand strength and adapting to changing candidate expectations.
The 2025 Employment and Salary Trends Report explores the current state of recruitment, shedding light on key workforce trends, evolving job seeker motivations, and the role of employer value propositions in today’s market. It also provides up-to-date remuneration data, equipping you with the insights needed to shape effective hiring strategies and remain competitive.
Whether you're hiring across Australia, New Zealand, or the United Kingdom, this year’s report delivers critical data and trend analysis to help you attract and retain top talent in a more cautious market environment.
Now in its seventh year, our comprehensive market report remains a trusted resource for employers. Stay ahead in 2025 with the insights to inform your workforce planning and navigate the changing employment landscape with confidence.
2023 brought its challenges, and 2024 promises a business landscape filled with uncertainty. To thrive amidst market volatility, a steadfast focus on talent attraction and retention is critical. Strong strategies will ensure businesses not only perform in today’s competitive market but also stay resilient for what lies ahead.
The 2024 Employment and Salary Trends Report offers a deep dive into the future of recruitment, evolving job seekers' expectations, and the growing importance of company culture. It also examines key labour market trends and provides up-to-date remuneration data to guide your hiring decisions with confidence.
Looking to stay ahead in the Australian, New Zealand, and United Kingdom job markets? This year’s report delivers the insights you need to remain competitive, attract top talent, and align with the latest salary trends.
For six consecutive years, our comprehensive market report has been a trusted resource for employers. Discover what’s next in recruitment and workforce planning, and position your business for success in 2024.
Job seeker confidence index
Employer hiring confidence index
Increase in part-time roles globally
Projected productivity for 2025 - 2026
Find out what job seekers are looking for in 2025: remuneration packages, employee benefits and flexibility options, amongst other factors, and refine your employer value proposition.
Stay ahead of this challenging market. Identify emerging and current hiring trends to give your team and business the best chance to hire high performers in 2025.
Benchmark your company's attraction and retention strategies to combat the unpredictability of the Australian, New Zealand, and the United Kingdom markets.
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