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HR Officer Salary in Scotland

How much does a hr officer earn in Scotland?

Average base salary in Scotland

£36,190 per year

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

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25th percentileMedian75th percentile
£28,200 per year£36,190 per year£48,880 per year

HR Officer salaries vary by school size, trust structure and the level of finance, HR or operational responsibility. HR Officer pay in Scotland is adjusted by 0.94× versus the UK average.

Highest paying cities for hr officers near Scotland

Compare average hr officer pay in Scotland and neighbouring areas.

CityAverage hr officer salaryJobs
Sandbach£36,575 per yearView jobs
Sandown£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scarborough£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scunthorpe£36,575 per yearView jobs
Seaford£36,575 per yearView jobs
Scotland This location£36,190 per yearView jobs
Scottish Borders£36,190 per yearView jobs

How much do similar professions to HR Officer get paid in Scotland?

Frequently asked questions about hr officer pay in Scotland

How much does a hr officer earn in Scotland?

The average salary for a hr officer in Scotland is £36,190 per year, typically ranging from £28,200 per year to £48,880 per year depending on experience, phase and school type.

Is Scotland a well-paid area for hr officers?

Scotland tends to sit around 6% below the UK average for hr officers. Regional demand, cost of living and school funding all play a part.

Which schools and agencies hire hr officers in Scotland?

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

How can a hr officer in Scotland increase their salary?

HR Officers in Scotland 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 officer pay in Scotland and nationally?

Nationally the average is £38,500 per year. In Scotland it's £36,190 per year — a discount of £2,310 per year versus the UK average.

HR Officer jobs in Scotland

Live hr officer vacancies in Scotland from schools, trusts and agencies.

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