Salary and Hiring Trends

From salaries to skills, find out what’s driving today’s workforce trends and get exclusive insights to help you win the competition for talent and jobs.

2026 Salary Guide Check out the latest data for different positions and learn all about national and regional salaries in Belgium.

Tips to land a job Boost your chances of landing a role with these timely tips and advice.

Successful recruitment: candidates insights Discover interesting insights on how candidates currently apply for jobs so that employee expectations can be anticipated in order to attract and retain the right talent.

Emotional intelligence in the workplace EI is the ability to be aware of one's own emotions, to control them and to express them in a correct manner. Find out how you can measure the EI of applicants.

Adaptability quotient checklist Find out how to probe job applicants for their AQ using our handy checklist.

What is a competitive salary?

A competitive salary is a salary that is in line with the market. In other words: a job with a competitive salary means you receive a monthly income similar to the average salary most other professionals in your position and sector receive. But what does that mean exactly?

2026 Salary Guide

Explore projected starting salaries and employment trends for several positions in Belgium.

Start any salary discussion here, informed by data from hundreds of job placements.

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What is the worth of fringe benefits

For employers, fringe benefits are an interesting alternative to a salary raise, because they cost less in social security contributions. There is a variety of benefits. Company cars, meal vouchers... Discover the most popular fringe benefits and find out their real worth.

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Successful recruitment: candidates insights

How do candidates apply for jobs? We share our insights for successful hires.

Towards the C-Suite 2035

Explore how C-Suite leadership is evolving to 2035 — from succession planning to AI transformation. Key trends for boards, leaders, and investors.

2026 Salary Guide

Explore salaries for different positions and trends in our Salary Guide with a focus on business continuity, regulatory change and revenue in the Belgian labour market.

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Attracting candidates in Belgium: 5 tips for successful hiring

Learn how strong job ads, a positive candidate experience and a smart online recruitment strategy can help you make better hires.

Sustainable career in Belgium: 5 steps to boost employability

Build a sustainable career in Belgium with 5 practical steps. Improve employability, develop skills and stay competitive in today’s job market.

What you must do after graduating

After graduating, there are a few mandatory steps you must take, as well as optional but useful actions. Find out exactly what you need to do next.

Remuneration in Belgium: from taboo to transparency

Pay transparency will soon become obligatory. Find out how Belgian employers can prepare for this, and why openness builds trust.

Gen Z and salary: why cash matters more than benefits

Discover why Gen Z prioritises net salary over fringe benefits and what this means for employers in today’s labour market.

Leading partially hybrid teams: tips for remote management and employee engagement

Discover how to successfully lead hybrid teams. Practical tips on remote management, communication and productivity in flexible work environments.

Salary and Hiring Trends

What is a competitive salary?

2026 Salary Guide

What is the worth of fringe benefits

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