Benchmarking Remuneration for Local Government Excellence
2024/2025 National Local Government Remuneration Survey Report
While 2024 continued to present challenges, including cost-of-living and interest rate pressures, it also brought encouraging signs of job market stabilisation and overall economic improvement. Looking ahead, 2025 holds new opportunities within an evolving landscape. Change brings both challenges and possibilities, and this year presents a chance to navigate them with resilience and optimism.
The 23rd edition of our Local Government Remuneration Report, featuring data from 223 councils and covering 13,510 positions across six council categories. The report provides critical information designed to support both operational and strategic business decision-making.
National Local Government Remuneration Insights
For over two decades, McArthur Talent Architects has been the trusted authority in local government remuneration benchmarking. Our National Local Government Remuneration Survey provides the most comprehensive dataset on remuneration for management levels 1-4 across councils nationwide.
As Australia’s largest and most trusted local government remuneration survey, our data empowers councils to make informed, competitive remuneration decisions. Participating councils receive a FREE digital copy of the survey, ensuring access to valuable insights that support strategic workforce planning.
Remuneration Benchmarking Reviews & Organisational Benchmarking Solutions
Leveraging extensive expertise in local government remuneration consulting, McArthur Talent Architects delivers specialist Remuneration Benchmarking Reviews and Organisational Benchmarking Projects.
Our Proven Benchmarking Approach
Utilising insights from our National Local Government Remuneration Survey and real-time salary data from our senior and executive recruitment activities, we provide data-driven, precise remuneration benchmarking tailored to your council’s specific needs.
Our methodology includes:
- Comparative Job Value Assessments – Benchmarking roles using professionally developed profiles aligned with industry standards.
- Stakeholder Engagement & Research – Conducting primary and secondary research, including interviews with key stakeholders.
- Industry Comparisons & Data Validation – Identifying comparable organisations and roles with a minimum 85% job similarity for accurate benchmarking.
- Comprehensive Reporting & Strategic Recommendations – Delivering detailed findings with actionable remuneration insights to ensure competitive and fair salary structures.
With data-driven insights, expert analysis, and sector-specific benchmarking, McArthur Talent Architects empowers councils to attract, retain, and reward top talent, ensuring long-term organisational success.
Partner with McArthur Talent Architects today for industry-leading remuneration benchmarking solutions that drive workforce excellence in local government.