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Recruiter Salary in Australia

Recruiters source, screen, and hire talent to meet an organization's needs. The Australia median is $131,161 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$131,161
per year
Monthly (national)
$10,965
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$131,161
Newcastle, NSW
Hourly (national)
$63.06
varies by city

Recruiter salary by city in Australia

CityPer year
Newcastle, NSW$131,161
Canberra, ACT$131,161
Sunshine Coast, QLD$131,161
Wollongong, NSW$131,161
Hobart, TAS$131,161
Darwin, NT$131,161
Mackay, QLD$131,161
Sydney, NSW$97,850
Melbourne, VIC$95,768
Perth, WA$86,052
Brisbane, QLD$85,358
Adelaide, SA$78,419

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a recruiter make in Australia?
The national median recruiter salary in Australia is about $189,000 per year ($15,800 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about $113,000 to $189,000.
Which Australia city pays recruiters the most?
Newcastle, NSW pays the most at about $189,000 per year.
Which Australia city pays recruiters the least?
Among cities we cover, Adelaide, SA is on the lower end at about $113,000 per year for a recruiter.
What is the typical salary range for a recruiter in Australia?
Across Australia cities we cover, recruiter pay commonly spans from about $73,900 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about $276,300 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many Australia cities have recruiter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes recruiter pay for 12 cities in Australia, all shown in AUD.
Is recruiter in demand in Australia?
Employment for this role is projected to change by about +6% over the next decade. Related finance & business roles on Pay by Role include Accountant, Financial Analyst, Marketing Manager.