Robert Half's newly released 2027 Salary Guide projects an average salary increase of 1.9%, with in-demand roles such as data science, financial analysis, and senior customer service positions expected to see gains of 3.3% to 3.9%, Operational President Dawn Fay said in an NYSE Live interview. Fay said compensation is becoming highly targeted, with 72% of companies willing to pay more for individuals with AI talent, and more than half of companies offering higher than planned salaries to land top talent. She stressed that employers want candidates who can show measurable business results from applying AI tools to drive productivity and efficiency, not just familiarity with AI. On salary transparency, Fay said 96% of employers are including or planning to include pay ranges in job postings, a shift that has shortened time to hire and improved retention. Asked about September's nationwide employment report, which showed only 29,000 jobs added, Fay said monthly jobs data are hard to predict, especially with fourth-quarter seasonality, but demand remains for in-demand skills such as AI.
Robert Half International IncRobert Half's 2027 Salary Guide projects 1.9% average pay increases with in-demand roles up 3.3-3.9%, signaling strong demand for its staffing and recruiting services.
