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The only Payroll Salary Guide powered by real payroll professionals in the UK
The Portfolio Payroll Salary Guide is built entirely on real insight from payroll professionals, hiring managers and our recruitment data. With 52% more responses than last year, the 2025/26 edition is our most representative yet, covering permanent, contract and temporary roles across every region of the UK.
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What’s inside the Guide:
- Salary Benchmarks Across Permanent, Contract and Temporary Roles – Pay data from entry to executive level, broken down by region, specialism and employment type. See where permanent pay is holding steady, where contract rates are rising fastest, and how temporary cover is shaping the market.
- Recruitment and Career Trends – Insights from employers and payroll professionals on mobility, benefits and retention. With over half again as many responses compared to last year, this guide shows what is driving career moves, promotions, and long-term commitment.
- AI in Payroll – How payroll teams are adopting automation and AI, with contributions from Dayforce, BrightHR and Phase 3. Discover which tools are already in use and how they are changing the skills employers are looking for.
- Employer and Candidate Perspectives – A balanced view from both sides of the hiring process. Employers share how they are managing budgets and shaping packages, while payroll professionals highlight what matters most when considering new opportunities, from job security to progression, benefits and flexibility.
- Expert Commentary and Industry Voices – Updates from the CIPP policy team on legislation and compliance, with analysis from Portfolio’s recruitment leadership team and senior consultants. Their market insight brings the numbers to life and shows what the findings mean for both employers and payroll professionals.
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