Starting salaries to rise 3.8% in 2015, survey finds
Starting salaries for professional occupations in the United States are projected to increase an average of 3.8 percent next year, with those in technology-related fields expected to make out best, according to a survey by global staffing firm Robert Half.
The average starting salary for newly hired information technology workers will rise 5.7 percent, the survey found. Meanwhile, accounting and finance and creative and marketing professionals can expect starting salaries to rise an average of 3.5 percent.
“Hiring demand is placing pressure on the supply of skilled workers in many specialties, particularly in the technology and financial fields,” said Paul McDonald of Robert Half. “It's crucial for businesses to benchmark salaries to remain competitive, especially in a market where skilled candidates know they are in demand.”
Mobile, security and big data will be three drivers for technology hiring in 2015, the survey revealed, with mobile applications developers expected to receive the highest salary increases among all technology roles.
Also, starting U.S. salaries in the legal field are anticipated to rise 3 percent, according to Robert Half’s research. Law firms are seeking mid- and senior-level lawyers in high-growth practice areas, such as litigation, general business and commercial law and intellectual property. Paralegals also are in high demand by companies and law firms, and those with specialized skill sets can expect higher starting compensation, Robert Half said.
Also, overall starting salaries for administrative professionals in the U.S. are expected to rise 3.4 percent in 2015. The survey found that demand for skilled executive and administrative assistants remains strong, especially for support staff in healthcare, human resources and customer service.
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