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Recruiter Salary in United Kingdom

Recruiters source, screen, and hire talent to meet an organization's needs. The United Kingdom median is $111,380 per year. Pick a city below for a local breakdown.

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National median
$111,380
per year
Monthly (national)
$9,237
per month, before tax
Highest-paying city
$111,380
Sheffield, England
Hourly (national)
$53.55
varies by city

Recruiter salary by city in United Kingdom

CityPer year
Sheffield, England$111,380
Liverpool, England$111,380
Cardiff, Wales$111,380
Leicester, England$111,380
Bradford, England$111,380
London, England$86,614
Edinburgh, Scotland$61,848
Bristol, England$61,848
Manchester, England$59,171
Birmingham, England$58,368
Glasgow, Scotland$55,155
Leeds, England$52,611

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Frequently asked questions

How much does a recruiter make in United Kingdom?
The national median recruiter salary in United Kingdom is about £83,200 per year (£6,900 per month). Across 12 cities, pay ranges from about £39,300 to £83,200.
Which United Kingdom city pays recruiters the most?
Sheffield, England pays the most at about £83,200 per year.
Which United Kingdom city pays recruiters the least?
Among cities we cover, Leeds, England is on the lower end at about £39,300 per year for a recruiter.
What is the typical salary range for a recruiter in United Kingdom?
Across United Kingdom cities we cover, recruiter pay commonly spans from about £25,700 at the entry end in lower-paying markets up to about £121,600 for senior pay in higher-paying cities. Open a city page for the full local percentile band.
How many United Kingdom cities have recruiter salary data?
Pay by Role publishes recruiter pay for 12 cities in United Kingdom, all shown in GBP.
Is recruiter in demand in United Kingdom?
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.