Majority of employees expect pay rise in 2016

Almost three-quarters of employees expect a salary increase this year while more than half expect to change jobs, it has emerged.

However, a survey of 4,000 companies and 45,000 employees reveals a gender split — men are more likely than women to expect a salary increase and to change jobs.

The 2016 Abrivia Recruitment Salary and Employment Trends Survey also found that the current rental sector, especially in Dublin, will have a significant impact on salary expectations this year.