Recruitment Consultant Salary in Melbourne (2026)

Last updated

Recruitment Consultants in Melbourne earn a median salary of $80,000 in 2026, with most advertised roles falling between $65,000 and $112,000. That sits 11% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000. Figures are based on 35 jobs advertised in Melbourne in the last 30 days.

● Moderate demand 52th percentile by listing volume in Melbourne ↑ +12 listings vs last month
💰 Recruitment Consultant · Melbourne
ADVERTISED RANGE
$65,000 – $112,000
Median: $80,000
Jun $80k
Jul $80k
→ Stable

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

Mid level $65,000 – $112,000
Overall $65k–$112k Mid $65k–$112k $63k $73k $83k $94k $104k $115k
Moderate confidence 35 listings (+12 vs last month) · 02/08/2026

Salary ranges are percentiles calculated from 35 job listings for this role and city, all sourced from Seek.com.au. Of those, 63.9% stated a salary directly. The remaining 36.1% carried a range estimated from the listing, so this median blends advertised and estimated pay. Figures represent what employers advertise and may differ from actual compensation.

Where does your salary sit?
Enter your salary to see where you rank.
Bottom 10%  $65,000 Median  $80,000 $112,000  Top 10%

Understanding the Melbourne Market

Melbourne pays recruitment consultants $80,000, level with Sydney but behind Brisbane at $90,000 and Perth at $85,000, which inverts the usual order for agency work. The median held flat while listings rose from 23 to 35. At 64% salary disclosure this is a well-evidenced figure. The 59% spread running $65,000 to $112,000 reflects how much of this role's income sits in commission rather than base.

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?
Entry is $65,000, though advertised base figures understate total earnings since most agency roles layer commission on top. Desk type matters more than experience, with technical, engineering and healthcare recruitment paying above general commercial. Internal talent acquisition roles advertise higher bases with less variable pay.
Is $80,000 a good salary in Melbourne?
No. At $80,000 a recruitment consultant earns 11.1% below Melbourne's all-roles median of $90,000, with take-home near $1,191 a week against high living costs. Brisbane pays $10,000 more at a considerably lower cost base, making Melbourne the weakest of the four markets here. HR business partnering at $125,000 is the clearest internal move.
How much does a Senior Recruitment Consultant make in Melbourne?
The ceiling is $112,000, reached through principal consultant work, team leadership or running a desk with billing responsibility. Billings rather than tenure determine pay at that level. Moving in-house to HR business partnering at $125,000 pays more than the top of this band.

Other roles in Melbourne

Recruitment Consultant salaries in other cities

City Median salary vs Melbourne
Melbourne (this page) $80,000 0%
Brisbane $90,000 +12%
Perth $85,000 +6%
Sydney $80,000 ~same

Uncover hidden salary ranges on Seek

Paste any job URL to bypass the "competitive salary" text and see the exact employer budget instantly.

Check a Listing Install Extension

Data sourced from publicly listed job advertisements. Not affiliated with or endorsed by Seek or any third-party platforms. Salary ranges represent advertised figures and may differ from actual compensation. Updated monthly.