Salary Benchmark
Market-aligned compensation structures
With salary bands, benchmarks and clear levels we bring structure to your compensation – market-aligned, transparent and fair. The result: stronger employee retention and a compensation logic that is convincing both internally and externally.
Salary Benchmark – in brief
A salary benchmark shows how your compensation compares to the market – by role, region and experience level. On this basis we develop salary bands, levels and a transparent compensation structure. The result: well-founded pay decisions, pay transparency and clear development paths.
Your Benefits
Data-driven compensation decisions based on real-time data
Increased employer attractiveness and reduced turnover caused by underpayment
Transparency for employees and managers
Compliant with legal requirements (e.g. the EU Transparency Directive)
How we work together
These are the steps we take toward your success.
Analysis
We capture your current compensation structure, existing roles and responsibilities. Together we define goals, scope and the relevant comparison markets for your company.
Structure & market comparison
Based on current market data we create salary benchmarks for your key roles. From these we develop salary bands and levels that fit your company size, industry and growth strategy.
Implementation
You receive a ready-to-use compensation structure including documentation and decision logic. On request we support internal communication and help your managers work with the new framework.
Analysis
We capture your current compensation structure, existing roles and responsibilities. Together we define goals, scope and the relevant comparison markets for your company.
Structure & market comparison
Based on current market data we create salary benchmarks for your key roles. From these we develop salary bands and levels that fit your company size, industry and growth strategy.
Implementation
You receive a ready-to-use compensation structure including documentation and decision logic. On request we support internal communication and help your managers work with the new framework.
These terms make getting started easy for you.
Clear hourly rates
Billed strictly by the hours actually worked – transparent and easy to follow.
No upfront or minimum fees
No setup fee, no base retainer, no minimum commitment – you take zero risk.
Flexible & scalable
As much or as little support as you actually need.
No unnecessary lock-in
We stay on board exactly as long as you need us.
Frequently asked questions
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Interested in Salary Benchmark?
In a free initial consultation we clarify how we can concretely support you.
Knowledge and experience on Salary Benchmark
Edl Consulting AG supported us in implementing salary bands with its structured and data-driven approach. The combination of robust market benchmarks, personalized consulting, and practical recommendations was a decisive factor for us. Today, we view Edl Consulting as a leading partner for modern compensation structures.
Getting Salary Benchmarking Right: Why Analytical Job Evaluation is the Foundation of Fair Pay
Market-aligned salaries, internal fairness and transparency can only be achieved if it is clear what is actually being compared. Analytical job evaluation provides the foundation for reliable salary benchmarking – and for sustainable compensation decisions.
Panel: Pay Transparency in Practice
Opportunities, obligations and practical approaches. With Livia Merla (mgp) and Sarah Böning (Talent Centric). (Video in German)
