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HR Assistant Salary in Edinburgh

How much does a hr assistant earn in Edinburgh?

Average base salary in Edinburgh

£38,115 per year

per year in Edinburgh · NJC or trust-set operations scale

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£29,700 per year£38,115 per year£51,480 per year

HR Assistant salaries vary by school size, trust structure and the level of finance, HR or operational responsibility. HR Assistant pay in Edinburgh is adjusted by 0.99× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for hr assistants near Edinburgh

Compare average hr assistant pay in Edinburgh and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage hr assistant salaryJobs
Edinburgh This location£38,115 per yearView jobs
Glasgow£38,115 per yearView jobs
Falkirk£36,575 per yearView jobs
Livingston£36,575 per yearView jobs
Stirling£36,575 per yearView jobs
Dundee£36,190 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to HR Assistant get paid in Edinburgh?

Frequently asked questions about hr assistant pay in Edinburgh

How much does a hr assistant earn in Edinburgh?

The average salary for a hr assistant in Edinburgh is £38,115 per year, typically ranging from £29,700 per year to £51,480 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Edinburgh a well-paid area for hr assistants?

Edinburgh tends to sit around 1% below the UK average for hr assistants. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire hr assistants in Edinburgh?

Live hr assistant openings in Edinburgh rotate throughout the year. Set a job alert to be notified as soon as roles are posted.

How can a hr assistant in Edinburgh increase their salary?

HR Assistants in Edinburgh typically increase pay by moving up NJC or trust-set operations scale, taking on TLR or leadership responsibility, gaining specialist qualifications, or relocating to a higher-paying region such as London.

What's the difference between hr assistant pay in Edinburgh and nationally?

Nationally the average is £38,500 per year. In Edinburgh it's £38,115 per year — a discount of £385 per year versus the UK average.

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