Robert Half Salary Guide 2026: In Luxembourg, expertise matters more than ever
LUXEMBOURG – The Luxembourg labor market remains an attractive environment for both companies and professionals. Despite a slight slowdown in job growth, the demand for talent with specialized skills remains strong. That’s one of the key findings from the newly released 2026 Salary Guide by recruitment specialist Robert Half.
Luxembourg employers continue to prioritize quality and specialization. They are deliberately seeking professionals with some specific skills, and are willing to pay for those.
“We’re seeing employers in the Luxembourg market increasingly focus on hiring talent with specialized skills”, says Géraldine Chatelle, Senior Talent Director at Robert Half. “Multilingualism and sector expertise are in high demand, helping companies operate efficiently, ensure compliance, and drive innovation. Although market inflation and indexation have put pressure on salaries, companies are rethinking their compensation packages to attract the right skills. According to our European data, 64% of employers base their salaries on market benchmarks, while 67% are willing to offer higher pay to candidates with specialized expertise.”
Hiring smarter, rewarding better
Finding the right talent remains a key challenge, with high demand for profiles in finance, risk, legal, compliance, and IT. Luxembourg also continues to serve as an international talent hub. While cross-border professionals fill many roles with an international scope, positions requiring local expertise remain firmly rooted within Luxembourg. As a result, companies are setting clearer hiring priorities and taking more time to ensure long-term matches.
While salary remains an important part of any offer, employers are placing greater emphasis on workplace environment and benefits that support employee well-being in order to secure the talent they want.
“In addition to competitive pay, we see companies offering more comprehensive benefit packages, including pension plans, health insurance, bonuses, and extra vacation days”, says Chatelle. “That total package plays a major role in both attracting and retaining talent.”
Pay transparency on the rise
The 2026 Salary Guide also reveals that salary negotiations have become a more active part of career development. More than half of European professionals (52%) feel confident discussing a raise in 2026, though 74% still report barriers—mainly around justifying their value or developing stronger negotiation skills.
The Salary Transparency Act is expected to foster a more open dialogue about compensation. With benchmarking tools and data-driven insights, it will become easier for both employers and employees to have well-informed discussions about market value.
“Transparency and trust will be the defining themes for 2026”, concludes Chatelle. “Companies that combine clear communication with a balanced approach to pay and benefits will significantly enhance their appeal to top talent.”
About the Salary Guide 2026
Robert Half’s Salary Guide 2026 provides an overview of current salary levels, trends, and expectations in the Luxembourg job market. The guide helps both employers and professionals gain insight into competitive compensation and evolving dynamics across key industries.
Nele Minten