Recruitment Consultant Salary in Brisbane (2026)

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Recruitment Consultants in Brisbane earn a median salary of $85,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $66,000 and $113,000. That sits 6% below Brisbane's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 33 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Brisbane in the last 30 days.

— Moderate demand 47th percentile by listing volume in Brisbane ↓ -2 listings vs last month
💰 Recruitment Consultant · Brisbane
ADVERTISED RANGE
$66,000 – $113,000
Median: $85,000
Apr $85k
May $85k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $66,000 – $113,000
Overall $66k–$113k Mid $66k–$113k $64k $74k $84k $95k $105k $116k
Moderate confidence 33 listings (-2 vs last month) · 01/06/2026

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%  $66,000 Median  $85,000 $113,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Brisbane Market

Recruitment Consultants in Brisbane earned $85,000 at the median in May, unchanged from April, with 33 listings (down 2). At 5.6% below Brisbane's all-roles median, the role earns a marginal discount to the city average. The 55% spread ($66,000-$113,000) reflects the range from entry-level consultants on a low base-plus-commission structure to senior billers at major staffing firms earning strongly from commission. The advertised base rate significantly understates the effective earnings of high-performing recruiters who add variable commission to their base.

Take Home Pay (based on median $85,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,254
Monthly (net)
~$5,434
Annual (net)
~$65,208
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $94,775

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 Brisbane?
Recruitment Consultants starting in Brisbane earn around $66,000 at the p10 in base salary. The commission structure is the defining feature of total remuneration: entry-level recruiters in high-activity markets can add $15-$30k in commission to a $66,000 base within their first year. Reaching the $85,000 base typically requires two to three years of demonstrated billing performance.
Is $85,000 a good salary in Brisbane?
Marginally below base market, but potentially above on total earnings. At $85,000 base, a Brisbane Recruiter earns 5.6% below the city's all-roles median. However, commission-earning recruiters typically total $95,000-$130,000 in effective annual pay at mid-level performance, which positions the role competitively despite the below-median base rate.
How much does a Senior Recruitment Consultant make in Brisbane?
Senior Recruitment Consultants in Brisbane reach $113,000 in base salary at the p90, with total packages considerably higher depending on commission rates and billing volume. Consistent top billers across permanent and contract staffing in Queensland's construction, engineering, and resources sectors typically earn $130,000-$180,000 in total annual remuneration.

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Recruitment Consultant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Brisbane
Brisbane (this page) $85,000 —
Perth $85,000 ~same
Sydney $82,500 -3%
Melbourne $80,000 -6%

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