Recruitment Consultant Salary in Melbourne (2026)

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Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $66,500 and $99,000. That sits 16% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $95,000. Figures are based on 23 jobs advertised on Seek.com.au in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

◆ Specialist role Lower listing volume — 20th percentile in Melbourne ↑ +1 listings vs last month
💰 Recruitment Consultant · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$66,500 – $99,000
Median: $80,000
May $80k
Jun $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $66,500 – $99,000
Overall $66k–$99k Mid $66k–$99k $64k $71k $79k $86k $94k $101k
⚠ Low confidence 23 listings (+1 vs last month) · 05/07/2026

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. Sample size is small — treat figures as indicative.

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Bottom 10%  $66,500 Median  $80,000 $99,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

At $80k the Melbourne median is the lowest of the tracked capitals for the role: Perth ($85k), Sydney ($82.9k) and Brisbane ($82.5k) all pay more. The median held flat month on month on thin demand (23 listings, score 20). It sits 16% below Melbourne's all-roles median, though the advertised base often understates earnings because commission is central to the role. Based on a small sample of 23, treat as directional.

Take Home Pay (based on median $80,000)

Weekly (net)
~$1,191
Monthly (net)
~$5,161
Annual (net)
~$61,933
Total package (incl. 2025-26 super at 11.5%) $89,200

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 Melbourne?
A trainee recruitment consultant in Melbourne starts near the $66k floor, usually on a lower base with commission that only pays on placements made. Reaching the $99k top comes from desk and billings: recruiters in high-fee sectors (tech, executive, specialist trades) out-bill generalist desks, and a consistent placement record is what lifts total earnings. The base is a floor; billings are the real driver.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
Depends. At $80k the median is 16% below Melbourne's $95k all-roles median and nets around $62k after tax, but that figure understates a role where commission can add significantly for strong billers. Melbourne also pays the least of the tracked cities for the title. The honest read: base pay is modest, and the earnings case rests entirely on your ability to bill.
How much does a Senior Recruitment Consultant make in Melbourne?
There is no separate senior tier in the data, so the $99k base ceiling is the reference, with top billers earning well beyond it through commission. Moving up means a Principal Consultant or Team Lead role, building a high-fee desk, or stepping into Human Resources Business Partner work ($125k median). A specialist, high-margin desk and a strong billing record are what carry earnings past the band.

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Recruitment Consultant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $80,000 —
Perth $85,000 +6%
Sydney $82,894 +4%
Brisbane $82,500 +3%

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