Hays Salary Guide FY26/27

Hays Salary Guide

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Australia and New Zealand’s definitive source for salary, skills and job market trends

Wondering how your salary stacks up in a shifting job market? As careers and expectations evolve, having a strong lay of the land can be a huge advantage. With key professional insights across skills, flexibility, salaries, AI and growth pathways, the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 is your trusted source for navigating the job market in Australia and New Zealand.

Whether you’re negotiating a raise, seeking your next opportunity, or just curious about the highest paid occupations in the market, the Hays Salary Guide gives you the clarity to make the call with confidence.

In the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27, you’ll find:

  • Salary benchmarks to check if you’re being paid what you’re worth
  • How AI adoption is changing the way businesses hire and grow
  • The key skills in demand and what can help you stand out
Let our data guide you in the right direction. Download the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 now.

Key insights from the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27

 

42%


82%


of employees reported either a pay decrease, no change, or an increase below 2.4% 
of businesses across industries reported noticeable skills shortages in the last year. 
 
 

60%


51%


of employees are using AI regularly at work, but only 22% have actually had training.
of employees describe their workplace as hybrid, with flexibility becoming the norm.

Why trust the Hays Salary Guide?

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Clarity as a core priority

We've decoded the data and unpacked the insights to bring clarity to a confusing market. Instead of wondering if your current job meets industry standards on topics like salary and growth, or wondering how you measure up against your cohort in terms of skills and technological capability, we've made sure you have everything you need to make informed, confident decisions about your professional future.

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Community backed and driven

With thousands of survey respondents across Australia and New Zealand, our community of professionals is expansive, spanning multiple industries, locations and seniority levels. This allows us to bring you the most up-to-date insights, validated by both employers and employees across a wide breadth of experiences, as they navigate an evolving job market.

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Comprehensive insights across industries

In order to ensure our data contains the most comprehensive, up-to-date and contextually relevant collection of insights, we seek responses from as many industries as possible. From Engineering to Information Technology (and everything in between), we're able to dial in to both the bigger picture and industry-specific insights – painting the most comprehensive portrait of the job market at large.

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Hays Salary Guide FAQs

What is a salary guide?

The Hays Salary Guide is an annual resource that provides a benchmark for average wages across multiple industries and roles in Australia and New Zealand. It also outlines core changes and shifts in the professional landscape, allowing both employers and employees to get clarity on hot button topics like skill development, growth pathways, hiring trends, and pay expectations. Hays Salary Guide includes:

  • Current salary trends across major industries and locations in Australia and New Zealand
  • Types of benefits employers are using to attract talent
  • The most sought-after skills in today’s market
What’s included in the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27?

The Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 includes salaries by role and location, hiring trends, market insights, and key workforce trends across sectors such as IT, engineering, legal, construction, marketing, and more.

How comprehensive is the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27?

The Hays Salary Guide is considered the most trusted and comprehensive salary benchmarking tool in Australia and New Zealand. Based on responses from over 7,000 professionals, the data reflects a balanced mix of age, gender, industries, and locations across metro and regional areas.

The survey includes insights from both hiring managers and employees, with respondents ranging from entry-level to C-suite. The guide captures a wide spectrum of salary ranges, from under $50k to over $250k, offering a clear snapshot of current pay expectations across 25 industries and 1000+ roles. Backed by decades of data and market expertise, the Hays Salary Guide helps employers and jobseekers navigate the employment market with confidence.

How many industries does the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 cover?

The Hays Salary Guide covers 25 key industries across Australia and New Zealand, from Accountancy, Construction and Life Sciences to IT, Engineering, Marketing and more. Whether you're in a specialised field or a broad professional discipline, you'll find accurate salary insights tailored to your role and location.

Does the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 include superannuation?

No, the salary figures are typically exclusive of superannuation. They reflect base salaries only, with super contributions paid separately by the employer.

How much should my salary increase each year in Australia?

There’s no fixed rate for salary growth, but trends can vary widely by industry, role and skill demand. Use the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 to compare current figures and assess whether your salary increase reflects market trends. Explore the data to see how your pay stacks up and decide whether it’s time to negotiate a raise or explore new opportunities.

Where can I download the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27?

You can access the Hays Salary Guide FY26/27 by submitting your details via the online form. The guide includes salary data and market insights for FY26/27 across all major industries.

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According to our Hays Salary Guide FY26/27, 60% of employees are using AI regularly at work, but only 22% have actually had training. Are you learning the skills to stay ahead?
 

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