Showing Salaries in Job Listings: A Strategic Move or Misstep?

 

Showcasing salaries in job offers is a recurring debate in recruitment. Some companies see it as a guarantee of transparency, while others believe that it can limit opportunities.

 

So, should you or should you not indicate compensation in a job offer? Let’s explore the pros and cons in this article:

 

 

✅ The benefits of displaying the salary

 

• Attract motivated candidates: An offer with a clearly stated salary arouses the interest of talents who know from the outset if the opportunity matches their expectations.

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• Reduce surprises: By presenting the remuneration from the start, we avoid disappointments during the recruitment process.
• Demonstrate transparency: Displaying the salary strengthens the company’s image and shows its commitment to offering clear and fair conditions.

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❌ The disadvantages of displaying the salary

 

• Limit negotiation: A fixed amount can prevent a more open discussion on the candidate’s skills and added value.
• Exclude certain talents: Showcasing a salary that’s too low might turn off seasoned professionals, while an overly high salary can scare away employees who feel they can’t compete.
• Create misperceptions: The gap between candidates’ expectations and the reality of the market can lead to misunderstandings and harm recruitment.

 

 

🎯 Why at DELAN, we never publish salaries?

 

At DELAN, we have chosen not to display salaries in our IT job offers. This is not a lack of transparency, but rather a desire to focus on more strategic criterias:

 

• Technical experience and skills: We evaluate the true value of talent on the market.
• Achievements and career path: Each professional has a unique path that influences their value.
• Fit with the company: Salary is not everything. Company culture, benefits and work environment count for a lot.

 

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If a candidate deserves a certain salary, we will do everything to ensure that they get it. And if a company cannot align with their expectations, we inform them quickly to avoid wasting their time.

 

“Displaying a salary can sometimes reduce the perception of the value of a talent, especially in a field where skills evolve rapidly like IT.”

 

 

So, is posting the salary on a job offer a good or bad idea? It all depends on the recruitment objectives and strategy. While it can provide more transparency, it can also harm a candidate’s flexibility and positioning on the market. At DELAN, we prefer to analyze each situation to ensure an offer that is adapted to market realities.

 

Need advice for your IT recruitment or for your career in information technology? Contact us now!

 

💻 https://delan.qc.ca/contact/ 📞 514-744-3000 📲 info@delan.ca

 

 

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