WHILE salaries for HR professionals remained largely stable during 2003, an recent increase in specialist roles has seen an increase in salaries for suitable professionals, according to recent research from Robert Walters
WHILE salaries for HR professionals remained largely stable during 2003, a recent increase in specialist roles has seen an increase in salaries for suitable professionals, according to recent research from Robert Walters.
The survey found that HR professionals with specialist experience, such as industrial /employee relations or risk management expertise to reduce liability in monetary terms, were most in demand.
Periods of restructuring in many organisations contributed to the emergence of more roles that focused on change management, particularly on the contract side.
There was also an increase in demand for high-calibre HR candidates with leadership, succession planning and talent management experience, according to Robert Walters associate director Patrizia Anzellotti.
“Those HR professionals who can demonstrate strong technical HR skills coupled with commercial acumen and evidence that their activity has contributed to a company’s bottom line have a bright future,” Anzellotti said.
The global survey benchmarked a range of positions around the globe, and found that senior level HR positions are still in high demand and attract a good supply of quality candidates locally.
“Many businesses are now able to measure the impact of HR on their bottom line and successful candidates are those who can accurately demonstrate how they have added value and indicate that they are aware that good HR practitioners not only know HR, but also possess clear business acumen,” the study found.
The study forecast strong recruitment activity increases into 2004.
