Canadian salaries will increase by an average of 3.2% in 2012, according to information contained in new salary guides released by Robert Half International.
The 2012 Salary Guides—the latest in an annual offering the company has produced since 1950—considers job searches, negotiations and placements conducted by Robert Half to determine compensation trends across various industries and geographic locations. The new guides predict Canadian technology positions are projected to see the largest salary gains, with an anticipated 4.4% increase in base compensation. Accounting and finance professionals will see their salaries rise an average of 2.5%.
“The hiring environment is becoming more competitive for professionals with specialized expertise in areas such as technology and accounting. As a result, some businesses are looking to raise starting salaries to attract the most in-demand professionals,” said Lara Dodo, Canadian regional vice-president of Robert Half. “In particular, companies seek technology and accounting professionals who can assist with increasing efficiencies and improving profitability in the next year.”
Other increases predicted in the 2012 salary guides include: creative jobs—particularly those that draw upon interactive media skills—at 4%; and legal positions at 1.7%.
All of the 2012 salary guides can be accessed at rhi.com/SalaryGuides.
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