FREE REGIONAL RESEARCH REPORT · 2026
Our latest report gives HR professionals and business leaders practical insight into pay transparency, fair pay and employee expectations — helping you plan salaries with greater confidence.
Salary transparency
See exactly how salary information affects trust, interest and whether candidates apply at all.
Employer readiness
Benchmark your organisation against regional peers preparing for the EU Directive.
Practical next steps
Get actionable insights for compensation, recruitment, and employer-branding decisions.
WHY IT MATTERS
Employees are paying closer attention to how organisations communicate about pay. Understanding their expectations helps you build trust, strengthen your employer brand, and make more informed people decisions — before your competitors do.
EU Pay Transparency Directive taking effect June 2026
Candidates increasingly expect upfront salary disclosure
support the view that transparency leads to fairer pay decisions
believe equal-value work currently receives equal or similar pay
say they know / really know the Directive's details
KEY FINDINGS
REPORT CONTENTS
Manpower helps organisations turn these insights into action — from benchmarking to a full compensation strategy.
Salary Benchmarking
See how your salaries compare to the market and identify where you can attract and retain top talent.
Compensation Consulting
Build a clear, competitive approach to pay that supports hiring, retention, and better conversations about compensation.
Recruitment Services
Get expert guidance to tackle workforce challenges and create practical improvements across your organisation.
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