Recruitment Consultant Salary in Sydney (2026)

Last updated 01/06/2026

Recruitment Consultants in Sydney earn a median salary of $82,500 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $70,000 and $100,000. That sits 9% below Sydney's all-roles median of $90,726. Figures are based on 44 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Sydney in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 69th percentile by listing volume in Sydney ↑ +2 listings vs last month

ADVERTISED RANGE

$70,000 – $100,000

Median: $82,500

Apr $85k

May $82k

↓ Trending down

Based on 2-month data — short-term movement only.

Mid level

$70,000 – $100,000

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from advertised employer bands on Seek.com.au. Figures represent what employers publicly advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

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Bottom 10% $70,000 Median $82,500 $100,000 Top 10%

Understanding the Sydney Market

Recruitment Consultants in Sydney earned $82,500 at the median in May, down $2,500 from April, with 44 listings (up 2). The marginal median decline alongside modest volume growth may reflect more entry-level roles entering the Sydney market. At 9.1% below Sydney's all-roles median, the base rate sits clearly below the city average, consistent with the commission model that is central to how this role is compensated in practice. The 36% spread ($70,000-$100,000) is narrower than Perth and Brisbane, reflecting Sydney's larger and more standardised recruitment market.

Take Home Pay (based on median $82,500)

Weekly (net)

~$1,223

Monthly (net)

~$5,298

Annual (net)

~$63,570

Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $91,987

Take-home calculated using 2025-26 ATO tax rates, no HECS debt, full Australian residency. Total package adds 11.5% superannuation to base salary. Adjust for your situation →

Frequently Asked Questions

What is a good starting salary for a junior Recruitment Consultant in Sydney?

Recruitment Consultants starting in Sydney earn around $70,000 in base salary at the p10. Sydney's large professional services, technology, and financial services sectors provide consistent deal flow for specialist and generalist recruiters. Reaching the $82,500 median base typically takes two to three years of consistent placement activity.

Is $82,500 a good salary in Sydney?

Below base market but within expectations for the role. At $82,500 base, a Sydney Recruiter earns 9.1% below the city's all-roles median. Sydney is expensive, so a $82,500 base with commission upside is a better-than-it-appears starting point: top performers at mid-level bills consistently total $110,000-$150,000 in annual earnings. The instability of commission income is the key risk to manage.

How much does a Senior Recruitment Consultant make in Sydney?

Experienced Recruitment Consultants in Sydney reach $100,000 in base salary at the p90. Senior billers and team leaders at major staffing firms consistently earn $130,000-$180,000 in total annual remuneration from a combination of base, commission, and override earnings on team activity.

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Recruitment Consultant salaries in other cities

City	Median salary	vs Sydney
Sydney (this page)	$82,500	—
Brisbane	$85,000	+3%
Perth	$85,000	+3%
Melbourne	$80,000	-3%

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