Have Your Say: The Works Search Salary Survey 2026 is OPEN!

For 16 years, our annual Salary Guide has been the trusted benchmark for pay, bonuses, and benefits across PR and Corporate Communications. Now, we're expanding our reach – and we need YOUR voice to make it happen.

This year, we're excited to partner with Financial Narrative and Opinium to bring you something bigger and better. Together, we're exploring global compensation trends and skills demand across marketing and communications, providing the insights that leaders need to recruit and retain top talent, while serving as an ongoing barometer for the health of the entire marketing and communications industry.

Complete the survey NOW – it takes less than 10 minutes

Why your participation matters

Whether you're an employer looking to benchmark your team's remuneration, an employee wondering if you're being paid market rate, or a professional making career decisions, the data we collect shapes the industry conversation. We know this, as you tell us this all the time!

Last year's guide revealed some fascinating insights that sparked important conversations across the industry:

• Pay rises were up to an average of 7%
• More professionals received a bonus averaging 18%
• Gender pay gap average stands at 7%
• Topping the tables in company benefits are private healthcare, death in service and… daily fresh fruit!
• In-house dominates – 67% want to work in-house vs just 13% preferring agencies in their next move

This year, we're going further. We want to understand not just what people are earning, but what skills are in demand, how global markets compare, and what truly makes professionals satisfied in their roles. Your experience matters, and your input will help create the most comprehensive picture yet of our industry.

What's in it for you?

By taking part, you'll be among the first to receive a copy of the findings when we publish the Salary Guide. You'll gain:

• Global perspective on compensation trends across communications
• Industry insights into the benefits which matter
• Benchmarking data to inform your career decisions or talent strategy
• Exclusive access to trends that are important to professionals in your field

Your answers are completely confidential

We know these are personal questions. Please be assured that your email, name or company will never be associated with any of the answers you provide to this survey. All responses are aggregated and anonymised, ensuring your privacy is protected while contributing to industry-wide insights.

Be part of something bigger

Over the years, both employers and employees have relied on our Salary Guides to make informed decisions for their businesses and careers. This year, with our expanded global reach and new partnerships, we have the opportunity to create the most valuable resource yet for the marcomms community.

Complete the survey NOW – it takes less than 10 minutes

The survey is open until Friday 13^th February. Don't miss your chance to contribute to the definitive guide for marketing and communications compensation in 2026.

Together with Financial Narrative and Opinium, we're committed to providing you with the insights you need to stay ahead of the curve. But we can only do it with your help.

Have your say. Shape the conversation. Take part today.

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