Why you should include salary in your job description
We recently ran a poll across various channels asking, “should an approximate salary be mentioned in job descriptions?“.
98,44% said yes! 🤯
So, should salaries be included in your job posts?! 🤔
The short answer is YES, and here's why 👇
Job seekers want to know! 😎
It’s easy to get lost in company policies and traditions when it comes to making a change, however, by listening to the market, in this case job seekers, you will quickly find out that there is a big interest in knowing the salary or the salary range for the position you are offering.
Pay transparency 🙏
Transparency is vital for any business, whether it’s in regards to diversity, inclusion, environmental impact etc.. Disclosing salaries is one way to ensure that your organisation stays transparent and committed to equality and fairness.
Bonus Tip! 🔥
Transparent and open salary conversations creates trust!
Save time ⏳
Not including salaries will leave the job role open to anyone, this is both good and bad.
The good part, anyone can apply.
The bad part, candidates with higher salary expectations will also apply and potentially move forward with the recruitment process until the salary conversation takes place or having a job offered and rejected due to low salary.
A lot of time, energy and frustration could’ve been saved.
Bonus Tip! 🔥
Including salaries to job descriptions can help you build great candidate experience and stand out in a competitive job market.
Few things to have in mind 🙌
While money is a huge big motivator for job seekers, it isn’t always the primary motivation. Non-cash related benefits like company culture, remote work and career opportunities can also influence.
However, displaying the salary in your job description should never be underestimated as it provides great employer branding, transparency and openness.
At the end of the day it’s all about providing a great candidate experiences, saving time and energy.
