- Top end salaries see minimal change, while modest increases occur across the board for junior-level positions, as companies adjust to the rising cost of living and the need to offer competitive entry-level compensation.
- An abundance of job seekers in both HR and admin has tempered salary growth in these sectors, however, finding candidates with the required qualifications proves challenging for employers.
- Employers are increasingly recognizing the importance of workplace culture and benefits, leading to a renewed focus on enhancing the employee experience as a key factor in talent retention.
Vancouver, BC, August 12, 2024 – Despite a large number of job seekers in the admin and HR sectors, the volume of applications and overall quality of candidates stalls recruitment efforts and creates ongoing challenges for employers. Additionally, the amount of talent currently on the market has contributed to stabilization of salaries across the board: senior roles have seen little change in compensation, while junior-level positions such as receptionist and administrative assistant have experienced modest increases of 5-10%, as companies recognize the need for, and benefits of, offering competitive entry-level compensation.
In addition to salary, companies are increasingly focusing on non-monetary benefits to attract and retain top talent. Flexible work arrangements, comprehensive benefits, generous PTO, parental leave top-ups and opportunities for professional development are becoming standard practices, particularly as employers strive to create a more supportive workplace culture and deliver a better employee experience.
As the market continues to evolve, both candidates and employers are encouraged to remain flexible. Candidates are advised to remain open to career paths they may not have considered previously, while employers are urged to maintain transparency, communicate effectively and set realistic expectations in order to streamline the hiring process.
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About the 2024/25 Salary Guide
This guide was created to serve as a practical resource for employers as well as admin and HR professionals in the Greater Vancouver market.
The salary information displayed is based on a wide variety of placements made by Impact’s team, specializing in administration + HR recruitment, over a twelve-month period.
This team’s vast knowledge of the local market allows them to share up-to-date information on trends and compensation for administrative + HR professionals.
About Impact Recruitment
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Our experience, expertise and depth of industry knowledge are unparalleled in the recruitment space, and we’ve built our business by creating meaningful connections that become sustainable, long-term relationships founded in trust and mutual success.
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