Performance-based bonuses continue to dominate remuneration packages, with 84% of professionals receiving them alongside salary. However, global bonus values have declined, averaging US$15,000 compared to US$20,000 last year. The gap between bonuses awarded and maximum entitlement has widened to 49%, up from 44%. Built-to-Rent and Life Sciences sectors lead internationally for bonus payouts, averaging US$30,000 and US$28,300, respectively. Beyond bonuses, pensions, private healthcare and car allowances remain the most sought-after benefits, while satisfaction with overall benefits packages has improved slightly to 45%, with senior professionals reporting the highest contentment.

Employee Sentiment and Mobility

Salary has reclaimed its position since 2020 as the top workplace priority, ahead of work-life balance. Despite this, sentiment has weakened: only 49% of professionals feel valued, down from 59% last year. Recognition of work and strong relationships with managers are the leading reasons employees feel valued, while dissatisfaction with pay, limited career growth and poor cultural alignment drive feelings of undervaluation. Job mobility is rising, with 46% of professionals planning to change roles in 2026. Those in development and construction firms are most likely to move, while UK professionals are less inclined to seek new opportunities.

Technology and Sector Confidence

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry, with 52% of professionals using AI at work and 70% believing their role will be impacted within five years. Adoption is driving efficiency and productivity, with 36% citing improved efficiencies and 28% reporting productivity gains. Employers are responding by upskilling staff (14%) and creating new roles (2%). Confidence in sectors remains strong in operational sectors, with Data Centres and Industrial assets leading for the second consecutive year. These trends signal where future investment and hiring activity may concentrate.

What is the average salary in UK real estate?

The median salary is £70,000, up from £65,000 last year, reflecting a 9.6% average pay rise.

What is the average bonus amount?

Bonuses average £10,000, down from £12,000 in 2025 and £19,000 in 2024, mirroring a stagnation in real estate transactions and activity in recent years.

How much more do professionals earn after moving or being promoted?

Changing jobs delivers an average 20% pay uplift, while promotions yield 18%. Achieving a qualification gives a 20.4% boost.

Are there regional pay differences?

Yes, professionals in Greater London and the South East typically earn £10,000 more, and receive a maximum bonus entitlement of 35% compared to 25% elsewhere. The gap is beginning to close as investment across sectors spreads regionally.

What progress has been made on pay equity?

The gender pay gap is down to 16%, but ethnic pay disparity remains around 20%, widening at senior levels. Organisations must address this to foster diversity and inclusion.

What is the average salary for real estate professionals in the US?

The median salary stands at $150,000, with an average pay rise of 11.6% in the past year.

Which sectors are earning the most?

Roles that specialize in data centres, industrial/logistics, and the alternative residential sectors earn higher on average. Commercial real estate positions typically pay $10,000 more than residential roles.

How much is the average bonus?

Bonuses average $35,000, down from $38,000 in the previous year.

What salary increases come from job moves or promotions?

Changing employers results in an average 23% uplift, while promotions typically bring 21%.

Are employers offering inflation-related pay adjustments?

25% of professionals received salary increases specifically linked to cost-of-living or inflation, showing organisations are taking inflation into account when reviewing pay.

What is the average real estate salary in the Asia-Pacific region?

It sits at US $114,000, with an average pay rise of 13.7% over the last 12 months. In Singapore, the median is SG$158,400, and in Hong Kong it is HK$813,500 per annum.

How much do bonuses average?

The average annual bonus is US $18,000, down from US $22,000 in 2025.

Do professionals earn more when changing jobs or being promoted?

Yes. Those moving roles saw a 33% average salary uplift, compared to a 22% increase for internal promotions.

Which asset classes pay the most in the Asia-Pacific?

Specialist sectors - data centres, industrial/logistics, alternative residential, and build-to-rent - offer the highest remuneration, especially as these sectors continue to see strong investment in these sectors across the region.

What is the average salary in the German real estate sector?

The median salary is €81,000, with an average annual pay rise of 12%.

How do bonuses compare with previous years?

The average bonus awarded in Germany is €14,000, down from €20,000 in 2025.

What salary increases come from job changes and promotions?

Changing jobs in Germany yields a 33% average salary uplift, while promotions offer approximately 15%. These figures tend to skew toward what more senior-level professionals achieve.

How much time are professionals required to be onsite?

Employees spend around 2.8 days per week onsite, and 83% have mandatory office attendance rules.

Which sectors attract higher salaries?

Niche sectors such as data centres, industrial/logistics, and alternative residential/build-to-rent offer the highest remuneration.

What is the average salary in South Africa’s real estate industry?

The median salary is R780,000, with average annual salary increases around 12.6%.

How much are bonuses in the sector?

The average bonuses paid out between 2025-2026 is R35,000. The average bonus entitlement is 25% of base salary.

What pay increases result from job moves and promotions?

Job changes lead to a 25% salary uplift, while promotions deliver around 36%, with a top average of 32%.

How many office days are required per week?

Employees spend 3.5 days a week onsite on average, with 83% of companies enforcing mandatory attendance.

What is the gender pay gap in South Africa's real estate industry?

The sector has a 17% gender pay gap—indicating room for improvement in equity.

What is the typical salary for real estate professionals in the Middle East?

Median compensation is US $178,000, with average annual pay increases of 19.6%. In Saudi Arabia, the average pay is ريال720,000 per annum, and 600,000د.إ in the UAE.

What is the average bonus in the region?

Average bonuses reached US $21,665, up from $14,470 in 2025.

How much do professionals gain when changing jobs or being promoted?

Changing employers yields an average 27% salary increase, while promotions result in a 14% uplift.

What is the gender pay gap in the Middle East real estate industry?

A 16% gender pay gap exists in compensation, and senior-level pay disparities can reach a ratio of seven to one between C-suite and junior roles.

What is the average global bonus in real estate?

The average bonus awarded globally is US$15,000, down from US$20,000 last year. Niche sectors, such as Built-to-Rent and Life Sciences, lead with bonuses exceeding US$28,000.

Why is the bonus gap significant?

The gap between bonuses awarded and maximum entitlement has widened to 49%, up from 44% last year, mirroring the stagnation in the industry.

What employment benefits do professionals value most?

Bonuses top the list, followed by pensions, private healthcare and car allowances. Share schemes and LTIPs are also common in senior roles.

How is AI changing real estate roles?

Over half of professionals use AI at work, and 70% believe their role will be impacted within five years. Employers are investing in upskilling, while new roles and team restructures are beginning to emerge.

Are real estate professionals planning to change jobs in 2026?

Yes. 46% intend to move roles this year, driven by dissatisfaction with pay and benefits, limited career progression and poor cultural fit.

What is the average return-to-office requirement in real estate?

Employers mandate an average of 2.9 office days per week. One in five professionals have full flexibility, while 28% are required on-site five days a week.

How do employees feel about increased office mandates?

52% say more mandatory office days would negatively affect them, with UK employees, women and mid-level professionals most impacted.

What factors influence job satisfaction in real estate?

Competitive salary, bonus potential, flexibility and strong company culture are key to retaining talent in a market where mobility is rising.

How are most real estate professionals hired?

Specialist recruitment consultancies (like Macdonald & Company) lead the way, placing more candidates than personal networks or job boards. This approach offers access to a wider talent pool and targeted expertise.

What are the biggest challenges in hiring real estate talent?

Attracting candidates with the right skills or qualifications is the number one hurdle, reported by 65% of hiring managers. Salary budget constraints and cultural alignment also pose significant challenges.

What do professionals value most when considering a new role?

Bonus potential ranks highest after salary, with 55% of respondents citing it as a key factor. Workplace culture and the leadership in an organisation also feature prominently.

What matters most to hiring managers?

Culture fit is the top priority for 72% of organisations, followed by soft skills at 67%. These factors often outweigh technical qualifications in final hiring decisions.

What is the top workplace priority for real estate professionals in 2026?

Salary has reclaimed the number one spot as the most important factor for professionals, overtaking work-life balance for the first time since 2020. Flexibility and job security also rank highly.

How valued do real estate professionals feel in their current roles?

Only 49% of respondents say they feel valued in 2026, a decline from 59% last year. Sentiment varies by region, with the Middle East, UK and Europe reporting the highest levels of feeling valued.

Why do some real estate rofessionals feel undervalued in their role?

Salary, limited career growth and company culture are the main reasons for feeling undervalued. Among senior leaders, 40% cite company culture as the biggest concern.

The Macdonald & Company
Salary, Rewards and Sentiments Report 2026

Introduction

Real estate in 2026 treads a complex landscape shaped by global economic uncertainty, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and persistent fluctuations in interest rates and inflation.

While investment activity has slowed in certain markets, demand for resilient assets and urban regeneration continues to drive opportunity. At the same time, talent strategies are under pressure to balance cost control with the need for highly skilled professionals, as employees increasingly prioritise competitive pay and flexibility.

Artificial intelligence is emerging as a transformative force, redefining productivity and the way organisations operate. Against this backdrop, businesses must navigate changing salary trends, hybrid work models and rising job mobility to remain competitive and future-ready.

For 26 years, Macdonald & Company’s global Salary, Rewards and Sentiments research has delivered trusted insights to employers and professionals across real estate and related asset classes. Drawing on data from 12,000 respondents worldwide, this report provides a clear view of how the industry is responding to economic pressures, technological advances, and shifting workforce expectations.

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65%

of respondents’ pay has increased, with an average uplift of 11%.

52%

of those in the industry plan to move jobs this year.

71%

of those in real estate work on a flexible or hybrid basis, down from 92% last year.

52%

say their organisation or their team use AI in the workplace.

Report Summary

Global Salary Trends

Global salaries in real estate have risen to an average of US $91,700, up from $79,410 last year, representing a 15% increase, though this figure is skewed by recent volatility in exchange rates, which has influenced global comparisons.

The increase has been driven primarily by job mobility, with professionals moving to new roles achieving an average 23.5% pay rise, compared to 20.5% for internal promotions. Annual performance reviews remain the most common trigger for salary adjustments, awarding 55% of professionals an average increase of 7%. Overall, 65% of respondents reported a pay rise in the past year, with the average uplift standing at 11%.

Bonuses and Benefits

Performance-based bonuses continue to dominate remuneration packages, with 84% of professionals receiving them alongside salary. However, global bonus values have declined, averaging US$15,000 compared to US$20,000 last year. The gap between bonuses awarded and maximum entitlement has widened to 49%, up from 44%. Built-to-Rent and Life Sciences sectors lead internationally for bonus payouts, averaging US$30,000 and US$28,300, respectively.

Beyond bonuses, pensions, private healthcare and car allowances remain the most sought-after benefits, while satisfaction with overall benefits packages has improved slightly to 45%, with senior professionals reporting the highest contentment.
Employee Sentiment and Mobility

Salary has reclaimed its position since 2020 as the top workplace priority, ahead of work-life balance. Despite this, sentiment has weakened: only 49% of professionals feel valued, down from 59% last year. Recognition of work and strong relationships with managers are the leading reasons employees feel valued, while dissatisfaction with pay, limited career growth and poor cultural alignment drive feelings of undervaluation.

Job mobility is rising, with 46% of professionals planning to change roles in 2026. Those in development and construction firms are most likely to move, while UK professionals are less inclined to seek new opportunities.
Workplace Dynamics

Hybrid working remains prevalent, but flexibility is declining. 71% of professionals work on a flexible or hybrid basis, down from 92% last year. One in five employees have full autonomy over where they work, while 28% are required on-site five days a week. Employers mandate an average of 2.9 office days, with regional variations.

Over half of respondents say increasing return-to-office requirements would negatively impact them, particularly UK employees, women and mid-level professionals. Hiring managers in the UK (19%) and US (17%) report challenges attracting candidates willing to return to the office for more days.
Technology and Sector Confidence

Artificial intelligence is reshaping the industry, with 52% of professionals using AI at work and 70% believing their role will be impacted within five years. Adoption is driving efficiency and productivity, with 36% citing improved efficiencies and 28% reporting productivity gains. Employers are responding by upskilling staff (14%) and creating new roles (2%).

Confidence in sectors remains strong in operational sectors, with Data Centres and Industrial assets leading for the second consecutive year. These trends signal where future investment and hiring activity may concentrate.

Despite the economic and structural challenges shaping real estate, our industry continues to demonstrate resilience and adaptability. Global salaries have risen, flexible working remains a priority, and technology is driving new efficiencies. By embracing genuine innovation, investing in talent, and fostering an aligned team with clear goals, we can look forward to opportunities and growth.

Peter Moore, CEO, MRICS

Global Salary Trends

Where in the world does real estate pay the most?

Average salaries in 2026 per region, in USD

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Median

Annual $92,000
Monthly $7,600
Max. Bonus % 30%

Median

Annual $150,000
Monthly $12,500
Max. Bonus % 35%

Median

Annual $122,000
Monthly $10,100
Max. Bonus % 35%

Median

Annual $108,000
Monthly $9,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

Median

Annual $93,000
Monthly $7,800
Max. Bonus % 35%

Median

Annual $28,000
Monthly $2,300
Max. Bonus % 25%

Median

Annual $168,000
Monthly $14,000
Max. Bonus % 40%

How does pay by specialism in real estate measure up globally?

Global real estate salaries (USD) and average bonus entitlement as a percentage of salary in 2026.

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Real Estate Investment & Funds	Avg. Salary USD	Avg. Bonus %
Acquisitions / Deal Origination	130,000 - 150,000	60
Asset Management	115,000 - 131,000	35
Capital Raising	170,000 - 200,000	70
Debt / Credit / Lending / Loan Servicing / NPL	112,000 - 128,000	65
Fund / Portfolio Management	111,000 - 134,000	50
Investment Brokerage / Capital Markets	125,000 - 144,000	60
Investor Relations / Product Development	160,000 - 172,000	45
M&A / Advisory	160,000 - 172,000	85

Planning, Architecture & Development	Avg. Salary USD	Avg. Bonus %
Architecture / Interior Design / Landscape / Urban Design	72,000 - 78,000	20
Asset Management	105,000 - 125,000	30
Design Management / Technical Management	98,000 - 115,000	25
Development	130,000 - 150,000	35
Planning: Policy	120,000 - 130,000	35
Planning: Town & Country	78,000 - 92,000	15
Project Management	105,000 - 124,000	20
Sustainability / ESG / Net-zero	81,000 - 98,000	30

Building & Construction	Avg. Salary USD	Avg. Bonus %
Construction: Construction Management	144,000 - 157,000	30
Construction: Cost / Bid / Proposal / Tender	171,000 - 185,000	20
Construction: Site Management	110,000 - 127,000	15
Engineering: Civil	72,000 - 81,000	20
Engineering: M&E	79,000 - 85,000	15
Procurement	92,000 - 112,000	50
Quantity Surveying / Pre-Construction / Estimator	62,000 - 118,000	20

Real Estate Services	Avg. Salary USD	Avg. Bonus %
Asset Management	92,000 - 105,000	25
Building Surveying	76,000 - 82,000	20
Estates Management	85,000 - 95,000	25
Facilities Management	54,000 - 66,000	15
Leasing / Lettings	78,000 - 95,000	25
Property Management	57,000 - 66,000	15
Research	58,000 - 102,000	35
Risk / Compliance	100,000 - 115,000	20
Sales	85,000 - 120,000	30
Sustainability / ESG / Net-zero	85,000 - 98,000	25
Valuation	71,000 - 79,000	30

Corporate Services	Avg. Salary USD	Avg. Bonus %
Accounting & Finance	98,000 - 112,000	25
Administration / Office Management / PA / EA	45,000 - 56,000	15
Business Development	93,000 - 118,000	30
Customer Care / Service	63,000 - 72,000	15
Human Resources	66,000 - 118,000	25
IT	88,000 - 138,000	20
Legal Counsel	158,000 - 196,000	30
Marketing / Digital Marketing / PR / Communications	73,000 - 102,000	20

How does pay compare by type of organisation internationally?

Global average base salary (USD) and average bonus entitlement as a percentage of salary. Select and deselect the chart labels below to view salary and bonus.

How does pay compare by experience in real estate sector internationally?

Global average base salary (USD) and average bonus entitlement as a percentage of salary.

Did your base salary change in the last 12 months?

65% in the industry received a pay rise this year.

Average salary increase by country

The average pay increase is 11%. Most salary adjustments occur after an annual performance review, typically resulting in an average rise of 7%. A promotion usually brings a 19% increase, while changing jobs can lead to an average pay boost of 23.5%.

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Reasons why global salaries increased and the average uplift

A new job in real estate awards an average pay increase of 14% compared to a promotion with current employers with a 13% increase. Achieving a professional qualification grants an average 14% increase in pay.

Reason	Response	Avg Salary Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	55%	7%
Promotion	14%	21%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	13%	5%
Moving job / new employer	11%	24%
Change in work responsibilities / structural changes	4%	15%
Counter-offer by employer after resignation tendered	2%	23%
Achieving a professional qualification	1%	20%
Grand Total	100%	11%

*Averages are shown in USD, rounded to the nearest multiple of $1,000 for salaries and the nearest multiple of five for bonuses. Local currency conversions are based on exchange rates published by the Financial Times or XE.com as of 30 November 2025. See the ‘Our data’ section for more information.

Salaries

UK Salaries

The median salary for professionals in UK real estate stands at £70,000, up from £65,000 last year, reflecting an average annual pay increase of 9.6%.

Those who switched employers saw the highest uplift, with salary increases averaging 20%, compared to 18% for internal promotions. Most salary adjustments occur following annual reviews, while obtaining a professional qualification—especially for assistants and consultants—resulted in a sizable 20.4% pay rise. Career advancement remains a strong motivator: changing jobs offers an average rise of 19.5%, slightly above the 17.7% lift seen from promotions.

Bonus values have eased, averaging £10,000, down from £12,000 in 2025 and £19,000 in 2024. However, elective sectors continue to reward niche skills. Professionals in data centres remain the top earners, closely followed by hospitality, leisure, build-to-rent and alternative residential sectors, such as senior living and student accommodation.

Geographical differences in salary are closing. Those in Greater London and the South East earn £10,000 more on average and receive an average bonus of 35%, compared to just 25% elsewhere in the UK. Yet, this pay gap is narrowing as investment spreads across regional markets.

Gender disparities persist, though the pay gap has narrowed to 16%, while the ethnicity pay gap remains unequal at around 20%. These gaps widen at senior levels, indicating a clear need for more equitable talent practices as women and those from an ethnic minority background move into leadership roles.

£70,000

is the UK median salary in real estate (up from £65,000 last year) and average pay increases at 9.6%.

£10,000

is the average bonus awarded, down from £12,000 in 2025 and £19,000 in 2024.

20%

is the average uplift in salary for those that had moved to a new employer, and 18% for a promotion.

2.5

days on average are spent working in the office or onsite, with 77% that say they have a mandetory number of days set by their employer.

Real estate salaries have moved decisively higher, driven by sustained demand for experienced professionals and a shortage of immediately deployable talent. While competitive pay is essential, it is no longer sufficient on its own. Today’s professionals expect transparency, progression, and purpose alongside financial reward. Employers that fail to evolve beyond salary-only propositions will struggle to attract and retain the best people in an increasingly selective labour market.

Simon Crabb, Managing Director, UK

FAQs: UK Real Estate Salaries

What is the average salary in UK real estate?

The median salary is £70,000, up from £65,000 last year, reflecting a 9.6% average pay rise.
What is the average bonus amount?

Bonuses average £10,000, down from £12,000 in 2025 and £19,000 in 2024, mirroring a stagnation in real estate transactions and activity in recent years.
How much more do professionals earn after moving or being promoted?

Changing jobs delivers an average 20% pay uplift, while promotions yield 18%. Achieving a qualification gives a 20.4% boost.
Which sectors pay the most?

Data centres lead for salaries, followed by hospitality, leisure, build-to-rent and alternative residential (senior living, student accommodation).
Are there regional pay differences?

Yes, professionals in Greater London and the South East typically earn £10,000 more, and receive a maximum bonus entitlement of 35% compared to 25% elsewhere. The gap is beginning to close as investment across sectors spreads regionally.
What progress has been made on pay equity?

The gender pay gap is down to 16%, but ethnic pay disparity remains around 20%, widening at senior levels. Organisations must address this to foster diversity and inclusion.

UK average real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest £1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary rounded to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst	37000	20
Senior Analyst	58000	35
Associate / Manager	71000	40
VP	92000	60
Director	121000	60
MD / C Suite / Board	190000	85
Profession Avg.	90000	50

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	30000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	35000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	50000	15
Profession Avg.	35000	10

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	35000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	45000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	54000	10
Associate Director / AVP	80000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	102000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	175000	100
Profession Avg.	60000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	33000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	45000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	64000	20
Associate Director / AVP	74000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	100000	20
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	130000	40
Profession Avg.	65000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	34000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	50000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	67000	30
Associate Director / AVP	84000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	110000	40
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	152000	55
Profession Avg.	75000	35

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	37000	20
Consultant / Recently Qualified	59000	30
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	73000	40
Associate Director / AVP	95000	40
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	134000	60
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	165000	75
Profession Avg.	87000	50

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	35000	10
Newly MRICS	47000	15
Senior	64000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	73000	20
Associate Director / AVP	75000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	100000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	149000	30
Profession Avg.	69000	20

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	45000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	60000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	50000	40
Associate Director / AVP	56000	55
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	115000	85
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	118000	100
Profession Avg.	60000	55

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	38000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	45000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	90000	25
Associate Director / AVP	106000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	120000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	225000	80
Profession Avg.	100000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	48000	30
Consultant / Recently Qualified	64000	35
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	87000	45
Associate Director / AVP	63000	65
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	162000	90
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	200000	150
Profession Avg.	71000	50

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	60000	NA
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	75000	10
Associate Director / AVP	86000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	130000	35
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	165000	100
Profession Avg.	75000	30

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant Development Mng.	42000	10
Development Manager	59000	25
Snr. Development Manager	83000	30
Director / Project Director	135000	30
Senior Director	165000	45
MD / CDO / COO	220000	75
Profession Avg.	94000	40

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	34000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	46000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	60000	15
Associate Director / AVP	70000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	100000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	157000	35
Profession Avg.	70000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	34000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	47000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	55000	15
Associate Director / AVP	63000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	80000	20
Profession Avg.	55000	20

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Accounts Assistant	32000	10
Qualified Accountant	51000	15
Finance Manager	65000	20
FC / Head of Finance	79000	20
Finance Director	135000	40
CFO / Board	198000	60
Profession Avg.	87000	30

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	55000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	80000	40
Associate Director / AVP	130000	70
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	191000	85
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	194000	100
Profession Avg.	106000	65

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Junior	29000	NA
HR Assistant	33000	5
Coordinator / Advisor	45000	10
Manager / Associate	67000	15
Head of HR	90000	20
Director	115000	30
Profession Avg.	65000	15

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	38000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	55000	35
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	72000	45
Associate Director / AVP	82000	55
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	110000	65
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	195000	100
Profession Avg.	86000	50

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	31000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	49000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	60000	20
Associate Director / AVP	71000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	97000	40
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	80000	30
Profession Avg.	65000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	38000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	90000	NA
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	101000	20
Associate Director / AVP	152000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	166000	35
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	235000	50
Profession Avg.	120000	30

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Marketing Assistant	32000	NA
Marketing Executive	46000	5
Marketing Manager	50000	10
Head of Marketing	75000	15
Marketing Director	120000	25
Profession Avg.	55000	10

Salary by seniority	Avg. Hourly £	Avg. Daily £
Planning Officer	35	280
Senior Officer	40	320
Principal Officer	55	440
Team Leader	60	480
Profession Avg.	50	380

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Hourly £	Avg. Daily £	Avg. Annual £
Planning Officer	38	305	70000
Senior Officer	40	320	74000
Principal Officer	50	395	90000
Profession Avg.	45	340	74000

Salary by seniority	Avg. Hourly £	Avg. Daily £	Avg. Annual £
Planning Officer	35	265	62000
Senior Officer	45	335	74000
Principal Officer	55	420	93000
Team Leader	65	530	110000
Profession Avg.	50	375	92000

Salary by seniority	Avg. Daily £	Avg. Annual £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	NA	32000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	195	45000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	310	60000	20
Associate Director / AVP	380	79000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	430	96000	25
Profession Avg.	390	65000	15

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	45000
Consultant / Recently Qualified	65000
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	80000
Associate Director / AVP	95000
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	128000
Profession Avg.	80000	NA

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	40000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	48000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	67000	20
Associate Director / AVP	86000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	120000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	154000	30
Profession Avg.	80000	20

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	28000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	40000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	54000	15
Associate Director / AVP	65000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	95000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	116000	30
Profession Avg.	55000	20

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	34000	5
Newly MRICS	53000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	75000	15
Associate Director / AVP	96000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	122000	20
Profession Avg.	75000	15

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	40000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	57000	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	95000	30
Associate Director / AVP	98000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	160000	100
Profession Avg.	82000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	52000	NA
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	62000	10
Associate Director / AVP	50000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	110000	35
Profession Avg.	70000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	33000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	37000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	65000	20
Associate Director / AVP	50000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	130000	55
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	138000	80
Profession Avg.	60000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	69000	10
Associate Director / AVP	78000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	98000	20
Profession Avg.	80000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary £	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	30000	ND
Consultant / Recently Qualified	45000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	55000	15
Associate Director / AVP	65000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	88000	45
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	105000	55
Profession Avg.	60000	25

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Reasons for salary increases in the UK

Annual reviews remain the most common reason for pay rises. Real estate professionals, especially assistants and consultants, saw the highest pay increases after earning a professional qualification. Changing jobs offers a slightly higher pay rise than a promotion.

Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	57%	6.5%
Promotion	14%	17.7%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	13%	4.5%
Moving job / new employer	9%	19.5%
Change in responsibilities / structural changes	4%	15.0%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	2%	16.9%
Achieving a professional qualification	1%	20.4%
Total Avg.	100%	9.6%

Salary and bonus by UK real estate sector and type of organisation

Having experience in niche or alternative sectors naturally commands a higher salary, with data centres continuing to top the leaderboard, followed by hospitality and leisure. The build-to-rent sector and alternative residential (such as senior living and student accommodation) also offer high remuneration.

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Average salary by demographic in the UK

The gender pay gap has decreased to 16%, though the gap widens the higher the level of seniority. Pay by ethnicity shows a 20% gap between those from a white ethnic background and those from a minorioty ethnic background.

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Salary and bonus by UK region

Employees in Greater London and the South East earn £10,000 more on average annually and receive a 35% bonus compared to other UK regions where the average bonus is 25% combined.

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High Avg. £102,000
Median £75,000
Low Avg. £55,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. £95,000
Median £75,000
Low Avg. £56,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. £85,000
Median £65,000
Low Avg. £52,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. £81,000
Median £60,000
Low Avg. £46,000
Max. Bonus % 20%

High Avg. £85,000
Median £61,000
Low Avg. £48,000
Max. Bonus % 25%

High Avg. £100,000
Median £70,000
Low Avg. £50,000
Max. Bonus % 25%

High Avg. £88,000
Median £70,000
Low Avg. £56,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. £80,000
Median £60,000
Low Avg. £44,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

U.S. Salaries

US real estate professionals earned an average salary of  $150,000 in 2026, reflecting a robust 11.6% pay rise over the past year.

Bonuses remain generous, averaging $35,000, though slightly down from $38,000 last year. Mobility continues to reward. Changing employers delivers an average 23% salary uplift, while internal promotions yield around 21%. Employers are also adjusting for living costs, with 25% of professionals receiving inflation-linked salary increases.

Workplace patterns are evolving. Staff spend an average of 3.2 days onsite weekly, with 79% of companies imposing a mandatory office presence. High-earning roles tend to concentrate in niche sectors; professionals in data centres, industrial/logistics, and alternative residential sectors (senior living, student accommodation, etc.) are among the best paid. Commercial real estate roles tend to outpace residential counterparts by approximately U$10,000.

The gender pay gap in real estate sits at 15%, slightly better than the national average of 17%.

$150,000

is the U.S. median salary in real estate with pay rises averaging 11.6%.

$35,000

is the average bonus awarded between 2025 to 2026, down from $38,000.

23%

is the average uplift in salary for those who had moved to a new employer, and 21% for a promotion.

3.2

days on average are spent working in the office or onsite, with 79% saying they have a mandatory number of days set by their employer.

Real estate in the U.S. is showing signs of renewed momentum, with median salaries rising to $150,000 and job mobility delivering pay rewards. As commercial and multifamily markets stabilize, employees expect more than financial compensation. They seek flexible work, inflation protection and meaningful career progression. Employers that offer competitive pay and benefits will be best positioned to attract and retain top talent as the market revives.

Alex Parkes, Managing Principal, U.S.

FAQs: U.S. Real Estate Salaries

What is the average salary for real estate professionals in the US?

The median salary stands at $150,000, with an average pay rise of 11.6% in the past year.
Which sectors are earning the most?

Roles that specialize in data centres, industrial/logistics, and the alternative residential sectors earn higher on average. Commercial real estate positions typically pay $10,000 more than residential roles.
How much is the average bonus?

Bonuses average $35,000, down from $38,000 in the previous year.
What salary increases come from job moves or promotions?

Changing employers results in an average 23% uplift, while promotions typically bring 21%.
Are employers offering inflation-related pay adjustments?

25% of professionals received salary increases specifically linked to cost-of-living or inflation, showing organisations are taking inflation into account when reviewing pay.

U.S. average real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest $1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary rounded to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Accounts Assistant	70000	15
Accountant / Associate	85000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	110000	20
FC / Senior Finance Manager	120000	30
Controller	198000	35
CFO	265000	50
Profession Avg.	115000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	88000	20
Associate-Level	108000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	128000	35
Director / VP	170000	60
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	235000	70
C Suite / Owner / Founder	272000	70
Profession Avg.	160000	50

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	81000	20
Associate-Level	110000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	145000	25
Director / VP	180000	35
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	245000	35
C Suite / Owner / Founder	285000	40
Profession Avg.	150000	30

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	70000	20
Associate-Level	80000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	120000	30
Director / VP	225000	40
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	240000	75
C Suite / Owner / Founder	300000	80
Profession Avg.	163000	50

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	150000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	165000	25
Director / VP	212000	35
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	250000	55
C Suite / Owner / Founder	288000	130
Profession Avg.	200000	70

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	130000	15
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	148000	20
Director / VP	205000	25
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	225000	35
C Suite / Owner / Founder	300000	45
Profession Avg.	175000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	80000	5
Associate-Level	98000	10
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	145000	20
Director / VP	200000	20
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	242000	25
C Suite / Owner / Founder	250000	ND
Profession Avg.	185000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	80000	10
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	120000	15
Director / VP	135000	ND
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	150000	ND
C Suite / Owner / Founder	270000	ND
Profession Avg.	138000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	78000	10
Associate-Level	90000	25
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	125000	50
Director / VP	200000	105
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	225000	120
C Suite / Owner / Founder	350000	40
Profession Avg.	160000	70

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	84000	15
Associate-Level	114000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	150000	20
Director / VP	190000	40
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	250000	50
C Suite / Owner / Founder	287000	50
Profession Avg.	175000	35

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	76000	ND
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	81000	15
Director / VP	87000	25
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	100000	ND
Profession Avg.	82000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	100000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	130000	45
Director / VP	220000	65
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	225000	40
C Suite / Owner / Founder	250000	60
Profession Avg.	185000	50

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate-Level	115000	25
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	155000	30
Director / VP	240000	45
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	235000	75
C Suite / Owner / Founder	325000	65
Profession Avg.	200000	45

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	60000	15
Associate-Level	68000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	75000	30
Director / VP	83000	20
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	285000	60
Profession Avg.	134000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	62000	ND
Associate-Level	100000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	200000	20
Director / VP	280000	30
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	275000	40
Profession Avg.	225000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	95000	15
Associate-Level	100000	20
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	130000	35
Director / VP	165000	30
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	220000	70
C Suite / Owner / Founder	250000	50
Profession Avg.	170000	55

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst-Level	70000	ND
Associate-Level	120000	ND
Sr. Associate / Manager / Assoc. Director	140000	20
Director / VP	160000	20
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	208000	30
Profession Avg.	140000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary $	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant	68000	ND
Associate	75000	10
Sr. Associate / Manager	98000	15
Director / VP	124000	20
EVP / SVP / MD / Head of Dept.	177000	45
C Suite / Owner / Founder	225000	25
Profession Avg.	100000	20

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Reasons for salary increases in the U.S.

Real estate companies are more frequently providing cost of living and inflation-based salary adjustments for their employees, with one in four experiencing a salary increase due to these factors.

Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	46%	7.3%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	18%	4.0%
Moving job / new employer	16%	23.1%
Promotion	14%	21.0%
Change in responsibilities / structural changes	4%	11.5%
Achieving a professional qualification	1%	14.6%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	1%	23.9%
Total	100%	11.6%

Salary and bonus by U.S. sector and type of organization

Those that have experience working in niche sectors, such as data centres, industrial/logistics and alternative residential, earn more on average. Those working in commercial real estate earn slightly higher ($10,000) on average than those in residential.

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Average salary by gender and seniority in the U.S.

The gender pay gap in real estate stands at 15%, leading ahead of the national average (17%).

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Salary and bonus by state

Average real estate salaries in 2026 by state.

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High Avg. $165,000
Median $145,000
Low Avg. $110,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. $196,000
Median $150,000
Low Avg. $110,000
Max. Bonus % 50%

High Avg. $235,000
Median $197,000
Low Avg. $145,000
Max. Bonus % 45%

High Avg. $232,000
Median $175,000
Low Avg. $134,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $225,000
Median $180,000
Low Avg. $150,000
Max. Bonus % 40%

High Avg. $210,000
Median $167,000
Low Avg. $120,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $180,000
Median $150,000
Low Avg. $108,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $214,000
Median $170,000
Low Avg. $140,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $222,000
Median $137,000
Low Avg. $102,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. $237,000
Median $160,000
Low Avg. $105,000
Max. Bonus % 45%

High Avg. $272,000
Median $200,000
Low Avg. $135,000
Max. Bonus % 55%

High Avg. $150,000
Median $100,000
Low Avg. $80,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. $215,000
Median $160,000
Low Avg. $120,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $140,000
Median $100,000
Low Avg. $80,000
Max. Bonus % 25%

High Avg. $176,000
Median $150,000
Low Avg. $107,000
Max. Bonus % 25%

High Avg. $200,000
Median $165,000
Low Avg. $125,000
Max. Bonus % 35%

High Avg. $220,000
Median $165,000
Low Avg. $130,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. $194,000
Median $140,000
Low Avg. $110,000
Max. Bonus % 30%

High Avg. $225,000
Median $160,000
Low Avg. $115,000
Max. Bonus % 40%

Asia-Pacific Salaries

The average salary across the Asia-Pacific real estate sector is US $114,000, with professionals enjoying a strong average pay increase of 13.7% in the past year.

For Singapore, the median salary is SG$158,400 (up from SG$120,000) and HK$813,500 in Hong Kong (up from HK$700,000).

Those who switched employers achieved an average 33% uplift, while promotions resulted in a 22% increase. Performance reviews remain the main driver of pay rises. On-site presence averages 3.3 days per week, with 82% of organisations setting a mandatory office requirement.

Data centres, industrial/logistics, and alternative residential or build-to-rent assets continue to offer the highest pay and bonus opportunities. The average annual bonus is US $18,000, down from $22,000 in 2025.

Notably, the gender pay gap across the region stands at 13%, continuing its reign in the arena as one of the narrowest gaps in the real estate industry.

US$ 114,000

is the median salary in the Asia-Pacific with pay increases in the last 12 months averaging 13.7%.

US$ 18,000

Is the average bonus awarded in the Asia-Pacific in the last 12 months – down from $22,000 in 2025.

33%

is the average uplift in salary for those that had moved to a new employer, and 22% for a promotion.

3.3

days on average are spent working in the office / onsite, with 82% that say they have a mandatory number of days set by their employer.

The pay rises seen in the Asia Pacific are in line with other comparable global markets, such as the U.S, U.K. and Europe. While annual reviews remain the norm, it's clear that those changing roles are capturing the greatest gains. For employers, this highlights the growing cost of replacing talent versus investing in retention and development pathways for existing teams.

Will Buck, Managing Director, Asia-Pacific

What is the average real estate salary in the Asia-Pacific region?

It sits at US $114,000, with an average pay rise of 13.7% over the last 12 months. In Singapore, the median is SG$158,400, and in Hong Kong it is HK$813,500 per annum.
How much do bonuses average?

The average annual bonus is US $18,000, down from US $22,000 in 2025.
Do professionals earn more when changing jobs or being promoted?

Yes. Those moving roles saw a 33% average salary uplift, compared to a 22% increase for internal promotions.
Which asset classes pay the most in the Asia-Pacific?

Specialist sectors - data centres, industrial/logistics, alternative residential, and build-to-rent - offer the highest remuneration, especially as these sectors continue to see strong investment in these sectors across the region.

Singapore real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest SG$1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary rounded to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Recently Qual. Accountant	78000	15
Finance / Accounts Mng.	120000	20
Head of Finance	168000	35
Finance Director	240000	35
CFO / Board	330000	50
Profession Avg.	170000	30

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst / Senior Analyst	85000	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	132000	35
Associate Director / VP	200000	40
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	280000	50
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	500000	65
Profession Avg.	200000	45

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	144000	5
Associate Director / VP	153000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	204000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	257000	25
Profession Avg.	204000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant AM / Asset Manager	76000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	109000	20
Associate Director / VP	180000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	250000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	360000	30
Profession Avg.	195000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	95000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	105000	25
Associate Director / VP	150000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	300000	20
Profession Avg.	200000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	130000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	148000	15
Associate Director / VP	285000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	300000	25
Profession Avg.	160000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	96000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	148000	25
Associate Director / VP	172000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	250000	50
Profession Avg.	206000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	115000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	138000	20
Associate Director / VP	250000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	300000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	400000	40
Profession Avg.	250000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	54000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	60000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	150000	15
Associate Director / VP	170000	35
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	250000	50
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	500000	20
Profession Avg.	150000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	96000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	105000	20
Associate Director / VP	190000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	292000	25
Profession Avg.	132000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst / Senior Analyst	98000	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	110000	35
Associate Director / VP	189000	45
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	292000	50
Profession Avg.	108000	40

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	60000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	144000	25
Associate Director / VP	155000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	300000	115
Profession Avg.	180000	65

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	84000	30
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	150000	30
Associate Director / VP	240000	40
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	275000	ND
Profession Avg.	150000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	69000	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	89000	25
Associate Director / VP	108000	30
Profession Avg.	97200	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	75000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	188000	10
Associate Director / VP	240000	25
Profession Avg.	240000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	120000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	150000	15
Associate Director / VP	228000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	256000	25
Profession Avg.	210000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	144000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	160000	20
Associate Director / VP	170000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	238000	25
Profession Avg.	156000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary S$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	120000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	156000	20
Associate Director / VP	180000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	300000	35
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	348000	40
Profession Avg.	264000	30

Hong Kong real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest HK$1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary rounded to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	360000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	720000	25
Associate Director / AVP	950000	50
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1500000	75
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2760000	ND
Profession Avg.	666000	45

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	700000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	738000	ND
Associate Director / AVP	876000	10
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1440000	10
Profession Avg.	876000	10

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	750000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	900000	15
Associate Director / AVP	990000	50
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1800000	20
Profession Avg.	1000000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	478000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	630000	10
Associate Director / AVP	960000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1056000	20
Profession Avg.	840000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Engineer / Snr. Engineer	550000	15
Assist. Manager / Mng.	750000	15
Associate Director / Director	1100000	20
Head of. / Exec. Director	1500000	20
Profession Avg.	775000	15

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	540000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	600000	10
Associate Director / AVP	1080000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1200000	20
Profession Avg.	780000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	840000	25
Associate Director / AVP	1000000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2040000	100
Profession Avg.	1085000	45

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	647500	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1148000	20
Profession Avg.	758000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	800000	10
Associate Director / AVP	1080000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2280000	20
Profession Avg.	2160000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Officer / Senior Officer	420000	15
Manager	710000	15
Associate Director	1400000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2500000	20
Profession Avg.	950000	15

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	728000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	950000	10
Associate Director / AVP	1110000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1444960	15
Profession Avg.	984960	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	480000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	540000	15
Associate Director / AVP	702000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1600000	40
Profession Avg.	480000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary HK$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	360000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	576000	10
Associate Director / AVP	1220000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1500000	40
Profession Avg.	1220000	45

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Reasons for salary increases in the Asia-Pacific

The average salary uplift in the Asia-Pacific is 13.7%, with those seeing the highest gains by moving job.

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Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	49%	6.6%
Promotion	26%	19.9%
Moving job / new employer	14%	32.2%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	7%	4.3%
Change in work responsibilities / structural changes	2%	8.5%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	1%	36.4%
Total	100%	14.0%

Reason	Response	Avg Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	52%	4.5%
Moving job / new employer	18%	20.9%
Promotion	17%	20.1%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	8%	1.5%
Change in work responsibilities / structural changes	4%	12.0%
Total	100%	11.0%

Reason	Count %	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	54%	6.4%
Promotion	21%	22.0%
Moving job / new employer	13%	32.8%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	8%	4.4%
Change in work responsibilities / structural changes	3%	19.9%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	1%	36.4%
Total	100%	13.7%

Salary and bonus by sector experience in the Asia-Pacific

The highest compensated professionals in real estate in the Asia-Pacific are those that have experience in niche sectors, including data centres, industrial/logistics and alternative/build to rent residential.

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Average salary by gender and seniority in the Asia-Pacific

The gender pay gap in the Asia Pacific is 13%, leading in pay equality in real estate.

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Salary and bonus by Asia-Pacific country

Average real estate salaries in 2026 by Asia-Pacific Country

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High Avg. $166,000
Median $129,000
Low Avg. $110,000
Avg. Max Bonus 45%

High Avg. $203,000
Median $133,000
Low Avg. $104,000
Avg. Max Bonus 25%

High Avg. $157,000
Median $108,000
Low Avg. $78,000
Avg. Max Bonus 30%

High Avg. $105,000
Median $60,000
Low Avg. $34,000
Avg. Max Bonus 20%

High Avg. $136,000
Median $65,000
Low Avg. $50,000
Avg. Max Bonus 25%

High Avg. $157,000
Median $99,000
Low Avg. $79,000
Avg. Max Bonus 30%

High Avg. $115,000
Median $85,000
Low Avg. $60,000
Avg. Max Bonus 25%

High Avg. $190,000
Median $122,000
Low Avg. $76,000
Avg. Max Bonus 35%

High Avg. $150,000
Median $120,000
Low Avg. $72,000
Avg. Max Bonus 45%

Germany Salaries

The median salary for real estate professionals in Germany now stands at €81,000, supported by a strong 12% average pay increase over the past year. Individuals changing jobs enjoyed the highest uplift (33%), while promotions resulted in a 15% rise in pay. Bonuses averaged €14,000, down from €20,000 in 2025. Professionals typically spend 2.8 days per week onsite, with 83% subject to mandatory in-office requirements.

Salaries are highest for those with specialist experience in niche sectors such as data centres, industrial/logistics, and alternative residential or build-to-rent facilities.

The gender pay gap is almost negligible at the median level; however, higher earners still exhibit skewed disparities favouring men.

€81,000

is the median salary in Germany with the average pay increase at 12%.

€14,000

is the average bonus awarded, down from €20,000 in 2025.

33%

is the average uplift in salary for those that had moved to a new employer, and 15% for a promotion.

2.8

days on average are spent working in the office or onsite, with 83% who say they have a mandatory number of days set by their employer.

Germany’s real estate sector is demonstrating resilience through strong pay growth and specialist demand. We’re seeing median salaries reach €81,000, with job changes delivering the greatest uplift. As investment continues to flow into niche sectors such as data centres and logistics, employers must offer not only competitive pay but also clear career paths to attract and retain talent.

Ania Prosniak, Managing Director, Germany & Europe

FAQs: German real estate salaries

What is the average salary in the German real estate sector?

The median salary is €81,000, with an average annual pay rise of 12%.
How do bonuses compare with previous years?

The average bonus awarded in Germany is €14,000, down from €20,000 in 2025.
What salary increases come from job changes and promotions?

Changing jobs in Germany yields a 33% average salary uplift, while promotions offer approximately 15%. These figures tend to skew toward what more senior-level professionals achieve.
How much time are professionals required to be onsite?

Employees spend around 2.8 days per week onsite, and 83% have mandatory office attendance rules.
Which sectors attract higher salaries?

Niche sectors such as data centres, industrial/logistics, and alternative residential/build-to-rent offer the highest remuneration.

Germany real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest €1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	70000	25
Consultant / Recently Qualified	77000	35
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	85000	40
Associate Director / AVP	120000	55
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	170000	75
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	200000	90
Profession Avg.	95000	50

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Analyst AM / Junior AM	59000	15
Asset Manager / Associate AM	78000	20
Senior Asset Manager	90000	20
Associate Director	120000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	158000	40
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	234000	70
Profession Avg.	88000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	65000	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	110000	35
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	134000	135
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	193000	125
Profession Avg.	112000	70

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	66000	10
Associate Director / AVP	105000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	150000	30
Profession Avg.	105000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	50000	15
Consultant / Recently Qualified	55000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	80500	20
Associate Director / AVP	100000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	160000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	230000	40
Profession Avg.	80000	25

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Qualified Accountant	60000	10
Finance Manager	72000	15
FC / Head of Finance	110000	20
Finance Director	120000	NA
Profession Avg.	73000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	54000	10
Analyst	66000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	91000	35
Associate Director / AVP	105000	50
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	155000	55
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	240000	70
Profession Avg.	92000	30

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	65000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	95000	30
Associate Director / AVP	75000	35
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	120000	55
Profession Avg.	90000	30

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	60000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	98000	20
Associate Director / AVP	129000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	135000	25
Profession Avg.	100000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	127500	25
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	120000	70
Associate Director / AVP	70000	100
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	205000	NA
Profession Avg.	110000	45

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	51000	ND
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	81000	20
Associate Director / AVP	103000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	150000	25
Profession Avg.	81000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary €	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	55000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	61000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	70000	15
Associate Director / AVP	80000	NA
Profession Avg.	70000	15

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Reasons for salary increases in Germany

Moving jobs earned professionals the highest pay rise in Germany with a 23% increase. A promotion garnering a 15% average uplift.

Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	56%	9.5%
Promotion	19%	14.9%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	11%	8.6%
Change in responsibilities / structural changes	7%	14.7%
Moving job / new employer	5%	22.9%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	2%	37.5%
Total	100%	11.9%

Salary and bonus by sector in Germany

Those that have experience working in infrastructure and data centres earn the most on average in Germany.

Average salary by gender and seniority in Germany

Pay by gender in Germany is almost on par, with the median showing just a €1,000 difference in favour of men. However, this is skewed for higher earners.

South Africa Salaries

The median salary for professionals in South Africa’s real estate sector is R780,000, with average pay rises of around 12.6% (excluding junior/assistant levels).

Career advancements continue to boost earnings; those moving jobs saw an average 25% uplift, while promotions resulted in a 36% increase, with the highest rise (32%) attributed to promotions specifically. Bonuses averaged R35,000 between 2025 and 2026.

Recent trends in the industry support these salary dynamics. Lower interest rates (prime at 10.25%) and improved investor confidence, bolstered by economic reforms, are driving growth in both residential and commercial sectors. This revitalisation makes competitive pay and strong career pathways essential for retaining skilled professionals.

R 780,000*

is the South African median salary in real estate with pay rises averaging 12.6% (excluding Junior/Assistant level).

R 35,000

is the average bonus awarded between 2025 to 2026.

25%

is the average uplift in salary for those that had moved to a new employer, and 36% for a promotion.

3.5

days on average are spent working in the office / onsite, with 83% that say they have a mandatory number of days set by their employer.

South Africa’s real estate sector is gaining momentum, underpinned by economic reform and supportive market conditions. Professionals pay increases, with a median salary of R780,000 and pay rises averaging over 12%. Promotions and role changes remain key salary drivers. As investment grows across regions and sectors, employers who offer competitive compensation, career development, and inclusive workplaces will position themselves to attract top talent in 2026.

Julie Teague, Managing Director, South Africa

FAQ's: South Africa real estate salaries

What is the average salary in South Africa’s real estate industry?

The median salary is R780,000, with average annual salary increases around 12.6%.
How much are bonuses in the sector?

The average bonuses paid out between 2025-2026 is R35,000. The average bonus entitlement is 25% of base salary.
What pay increases result from job moves and promotions?

Job changes lead to a 25% salary uplift, while promotions deliver around 36%, with a top average of 32%.
How many office days are required per week?

Employees spend 3.5 days a week onsite on average, with 83% of companies enforcing mandatory attendance.
What is the gender pay gap in South Africa's real estate industry?

The sector has a 17% gender pay gap—indicating room for improvement in equity.

South Africa real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are the median average rounded to the nearest R1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary rounded to the nearest multiple of five.

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Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	240000	ND
Consultant / Recently Qualified	515000	40
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	1100000	30
Associate Director / AVP	1800000	50
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2000000	50
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2300000	75
Profession Avg.	1180000	65

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	240000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	261000	5
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	414000	10
Associate Director / AVP	865000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1029000	55
Profession Avg.	300000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	216000	ND
Consultant / Recently Qualified	396000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	534000	10
Associate Director / AVP	628000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1160000	40
Profession Avg.	540000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	320000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	600000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	862000	20
Associate Director / AVP	1200000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1700000	65
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2400000	ND
Profession Avg.	862000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	175000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	440000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	840000	20
Associate Director / AVP	900000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1500000	50
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2500000	NA
Profession Avg.	750000	30

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	234000	15
Consultant / Recently Qualified	408000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	690000	15
Associate Director / AVP	768000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1440000	30
Profession Avg.	550000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	240000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	390000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	660000	15
Associate Director / AVP	810000	35
Profession Avg.	390000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	282000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	510000	5
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	600000	10
Associate Director / AVP	1140000	NA
Profession Avg.	623000	5

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	242000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	432000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	1140000	15
Associate Director / AVP	1600000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2100000	30
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	3200000	NA
Profession Avg.	984000	25

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	216000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	420000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	680000	20
Associate Director / AVP	710000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	826000	35
Profession Avg.	502500	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	240000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	370000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	676000	20
Associate Director / AVP	1120000	15
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1800000	20
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2000000	60
Profession Avg.	420000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	1300000	35
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2300000	60
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2388000	75
Profession Avg.	1920000	50

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	215000	5
Consultant / Recently Qualified	390000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	750000	30
Associate Director / AVP	950000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1390000	35
Profession Avg.	600000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
1: Assistant / Junior	240000	NA
2: Consultant / Recently Qualified	456000	NA
3: Associate / Manager / Team Leader	1020000	10
4: Associate Director / AVP	1080000	10
5: Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1500000	20
Profession Avg.	600000	10

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
1: Assistant / Junior	240000	10
2: Consultant / Recently Qualified	360000	15
3: Associate / Manager / Team Leader	690000	15
4: Associate Director / AVP	880000	10
5: Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2120000	10
Profession Avg.	344000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	218000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	386000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	620000	20
Associate Director / AVP	747000	75
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1460000	80
Profession Avg.	506000	40

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	235000	15
Consultant / Recently Qualified	360000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	600000	15
Associate Director / AVP	750000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1800000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	2350000	45
Profession Avg.	438000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	180000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	388000	NA
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	680000	10
Associate Director / AVP	780000	10
Profession Avg.	596000	10

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	240000	NA
Consultant / Recently Qualified	456000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	568000	20
Associate Director / AVP	750000	25
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	2350000	35
Profession Avg.	438000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	243000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	376000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	720000	20
Associate Director / AVP	862000	25
Profession Avg.	382000	15

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	300000	15
Consultant / Recently Qualified	570000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	800000	20
Associate Director / AVP	960000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1100000	45
Profession Avg.	720000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	264000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	384000	10
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	690000	15
Associate Director / AVP	810000	20
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	960000	25
MD / Board Director / Equity Partner	1200000	30
Profession Avg.	480000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	300000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	426000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	670000	20
Associate Director / AVP	730000	35
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	816000	50
Profession Avg.	420000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	264000	10
Consultant / Recently Qualified	360000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	660000	25
Associate Director / AVP	900000	30
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1425000	30
Profession Avg.	420000	20

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Consultant / Recently Qualified	620000	20
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	996000	35
Associate Director / AVP	1320000	40
Director / Head of / Salaried Partner	1725000	45
Profession Avg.	996000	35

Salary by seniority	Avg. Salary R	Avg. Max Bonus %
Assistant / Junior	260000	35
Consultant / Recently Qualified	500000	15
Associate / Manager / Team Leader	780000	25
Associate Director / AVP	906000	50
Profession Avg.	590000	30

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Reasons for salary increases in South Africa

The average uplift in pay for professionals in South Africa is 13%. Those that achieved a promotion saw the highest gains with a 32% increase in salary.

Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	64%	7.3%
Moving job / new employer	12%	25.0%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	9%	6.6%
Promotion	7%	36.2%
Change in responsibilities / structural changes	4%	19.9%
Counter-offer after resignation tendered	3%	25.9%
Total	100%	12.6%

Salary and bonus by sector in South Africa

Those that have experience working in data centres and land sectors earn the most in South Africa.

Average salary by gender and seniority in South Africa

The gender pay gap for real estate professionals in South Africa is 17%.

Middle East Salaries

The Middle East’s real estate sector continues to offer exceptional earning potential, with a median salary of US $178,000 and average pay increases of 19.6% over the past year.

Job mobility remains a powerful lever for salary growth—professionals who changed employers saw an average uplift of 27%, while those promoted within their organisations experienced a 14% pay rise. Bonuses have also increased significantly, with the average award rising to US $21,665, up from $14,470 in 2025.

Roles in the land development, hospitality, mixed-use, build-to-rent, and infrastructure sectors command the highest average salaries across Saudi Arabia and the UAE.

The gender pay gap in the region sits at 16%, while compensation disparities are even more pronounced at senior executive levels—where C-suite positions earn up to seven times more than junior roles.

US$ 178,000

is the median salary in the middle east in the real estate industry with pay rises averaging 19.6%.

US$ 21,665

is the average bonus awarded between 2025 to 2026, up from $14,470.

27%

is the average uplift in salary for those that had moved to a new employer, and 14% for a promotion.

3.7

days on average are spent working in the office or onsite, with 78% who say they have a mandatory number of days set by their employer.

The Middle East real estate market is in an unprecedented growth phase, with median salaries at $178,000 and job mobility delivering 27% average pay gains. Demand for talent in hospitality, mixed-use, and infrastructure is robust, driven by major giga-projects across Saudi Arabia and the UAE. In this competitive landscape, employers must offer compelling financial rewards alongside career opportunities to attract the best professionals.

Marco Cassandro, Managing Director, MENA

FAQ's: Middle East real estate salaries

What is the typical salary for real estate professionals in the Middle East?

Median compensation is US $178,000, with average annual pay increases of 19.6%. In Saudi Arabia, the average pay is ريال720,000 per annum, and 600,000د.إ in the UAE.
What is the average bonus in the region?

Average bonuses reached US $21,665, up from $14,470 in 2025.
How much do professionals gain when changing jobs or being promoted?

Changing employers yields an average 27% salary increase, while promotions result in a 14% uplift.
Which real estate sector in the Middle East offers the highest pay?

Professions where people specialise in land development, hospitality, mixed-use, build-to-rent, and infrastructure command the strongest salaries.
What is the gender pay gap in the Middle East real estate industry?

A 16% gender pay gap exists in compensation, and senior-level pay disparities can reach a ratio of seven to one between C-suite and junior roles.

Middle East real estate salaries and bonus

Salaries displayed are rounded to the nearest nearest multiple of 1,000. Bonuses are the average maximum entitlement as a percentage of base salary to the nearest multiple of five.

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Specialism	Avg. Salary ر.س SAR	Avg. Max Bonus %
Accounting & Finance	770000 - 991000	25
Acquisition / Disposals / Deal Origination	370,000 - 761,000	30
Asset Management	654,000 - 906,000	30
Construction Management	503,000 - 544,000	25
Customer Care / Service	516,000 - 540,000	20
Design / Technical Management	804,000 - 880,000	25
Development	1,252,000 - 1,298,000	40
Engineering: Civil	294,000 - 304,000	35
Engineering: M&E	624,000 - 756,000	15
Facilities Management	630,000 - 690,000	10
Project Management	631,000 - 773,000	35
Property Management	672,000 - 871,000	25
Sales	531,000 - 609,000	20
Total	660,000 - 804,000	30

Specialism	Avg. Salary د.إ AED	Avg. Max Bonus %
Acquisition / Disposals / Deal Origination	625,00 - 695,000	20
Architecture	450,000 - 503,000	55
Asset Management	573,000 - 838,000	15
Construction Management	633,000 - 798,000	30
Development	692,000 - 1,065,000	65
Project Management	688,000 - 876,000	35
Sales	503,000 - 702,000	25
Total	591,000 - 660,000	35

Reasons for salary increases in the Middle East

The average salary increase in the Middle East is 19.6%. Employees who change jobs experience the highest gains, with an average uplift of 27%.

Reason	Response	Avg. Uplift
Annual pay / performance review	51%	9.5%
Moving job / new employer	23%	26.6%
Promotion	19%	13.5%
Cost of living / inflation adjustment	4%	9.3%
Counter-offer by employer after resignation tendered	3%	28.4%
Total	100%	19.6%

Salary and bonus by sector in the Middle East

Those that have experience working in land, hospitality, mixed use, build-to-rent and infrastructure earn more on average in the middle east (figures in USD).

Average salary by seniority and gender in the Middle East

In the Middle East, the gender pay gap in real estate is 16%. Business leaders and C-Suite earn seven times more than junior-level employees.

Benefit Packages in Real Estate

Remuneration in real estate extends beyond base salary, with bonuses and benefits playing a critical role in attracting and retaining talent.

Performance-based bonuses remain the most sought-after benefit, with 84% of professionals receiving them in addition to their salary. However, global bonus values have declined, averaging US$15,000 in 2025–2026 compared to US$20,000 the previous year. Built-to-Rent and Life Sciences lead internationally for the highest average bonuses, at US$30,000 and US$28,300, respectively.

Despite the prevalence of bonuses, a significant gap persists between entitlement and actual payout. Globally, professionals receive 49% less than their maximum bonus potential, widening from 44% last year.

Beyond bonuses, pensions, private healthcare and car allowances rank among the most desirable benefits. Satisfaction with overall employment packages has improved slightly, rising from 41% to 45%, with senior professionals reporting the highest levels of contentment. These trends highlight the importance of competitive benefits strategies in a market where monetary perks remain a key differentiator.

US$ 15,000

is the average global bonus awarded 2025-2026, down from $20,000 the previous period.

49%

is the global gap between bonuses awarded and maximum entitlement for real estate professionals, this has widened from 44% last year.

Built-to-Rent & Life Sciences

are the real estate sectors that saw the most average bonus awarded internationally ($30,000 and $28,300 respectively).

Bonuses

are the most sought-after and widely available benefit, followed by pensions, private healthcare and car allowances.

FAQ's: Rewards and employment packages in real estate

What is the average global bonus in real estate?

The average bonus awarded globally is US$15,000, down from US$20,000 last year. Niche sectors, such as Built-to-Rent and Life Sciences, lead with bonuses exceeding US$28,000.
Why is the bonus gap significant?

The gap between bonuses awarded and maximum entitlement has widened to 49%, up from 44% last year, mirroring the stagnation in the industry.
What employment benefits do professionals value most?

Bonuses top the list, followed by pensions, private healthcare and car allowances. Share schemes and LTIPs are also common in senior roles.
Are professionals satisfied with their benefits package?

Satisfaction with employment benefits has increased to 45% globally, with senior professionals reporting the highest levels of contentment. This shows an opportunity for employers to revise their offer to attract and retain talent.

Monetary benefit entitlement by region

Performance-based bonuses dominate real estate compensation, with 84% of professionals receiving them alongside salary. Additional benefits include car allowances, share schemes, and pension contributions, vary by region.

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Average bonus awarded by location, USD

Global bonuses awarded to real estate professionals have decreased in the last year, from $20,000 to $15,000 collectively.

Location	Avg. Bonus Paid US$	Avg. Max Bonus %
Australia	129320	44%
China	42000	26%
Germany	11500	35%
Hong Kong	10400	29%
Indonesia	3800	27%
Japan	20625	31%
Luxembourg	17250	27%
Malaysia	4800	25%
Netherlands	17423	33%
Saudi Arabia	14663	28%
Singapore	28880	34%
South Africa	1740	24%
South Korea	33250	57%
Spain	23000	45%
United Arab Emirates	23625	45%
United Kingdom	13100	32%
United States	35000	37%
Total	15000	33%

Satisfaction of current benefit packages by region and demographic

Benefits satisfaction among real estate professionals has risen from 41% to 45%, with senior-level employees reporting the highest levels of contentment.

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Most valued benefits across regions and levels

Respondents chose up to five preferred benefits. Globally, monetary perks such as bonuses, pensions and private healthcare rank highest. Select or deselect categories to customise your view

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Most valued benefits across regions

by ranking order.

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Rank	Benefit
1	Bonus
2	Pension
3	Private healthcare
4	Professional membership fees
5	Wellbeing schemes
6	Childcare subsidy / allowance / tax relief
7	Car allowance
8	Children's education fees
9	LTIP / share scheme
10	Sabbatical leave
11	Travel / flight allowance
12	Commission
13	Tax equalisation
14	Mobile phone
15	Gym allowance / on-site
16	Breakfast and/or lunch provided
17	Employee engagement schemes
18	Training grant / subsidy

Rank	Benefit
1	Bonus
2	Retirement savings plan / 401k contribution
3	Healthcare
4	Car allowance
5	Professional membership fees
6	LTIP / share scheme
7	Training grant / subsidy
8	Gym allowance / on-site
9	Cell phone
10	Wellbeing schemes
11	Sabbatical leave
12	Breakfast and/or lunch provided
13	Childcare subsidy
14	Commission
15	Travel allowance
16	Children's education fees
17	Employee engagement schemes
18	Housing allowance

Rank	Benefit
1	Bonus
2	Pension / retirement savings plan
3	Private Healthcare
4	Car allowance
5	Professional membership fees
6	LTIP / share scheme
7	Training grant / subsidy
8	Gym allowance / on-site
9	Mobile phone
10	Wellbeing schemes
11	Sabbatical leave
12	Breakfast and/or lunch provided
13	Childcare subsidy
14	Commission
15	Travel / flight allowance
16	Children's education fees
17	Employee engagement schemes
18	Housing allowance

Rank	Benefit
1	Bonus
2	Car allowance
3	Pension scheme
4	Private healthcare
5	LTIP / schare scheme
6	Gym allowance / on-site
7	Training grant / subsidy
8	Mobile phone
9	Travel / flight allowance
10	Professional membership fees
11	Breakfast and/or lunch provided
12	Commission
13	Sabbatical leave
14	Children's education fees
15	Housing allowance
16	Childcare allowance / subsidy
17	Wellbeing schemes
18	Employee engagement schemes

Rank	Benefit
1	Bonus
2	Pension / retirement saving scheme
3	Private healthcare
4	Training grant / subsidy
5	Car allowance
6	Mobile / cell phone
7	Housing allowance
8	Travel allowance
9	Commission
10	Professional membership fees
11	Children's education fees
12	Wellbeing schemes
13	LTIP / schare scheme
14	Breakfast and/or lunch provided
15	Sabbatical leave
16	Gym allowance / on-site
17	Employee engagement schemes
18	Tax equalisation

Working in Real Estate

The way professionals work in real estate is evolving. Artificial intelligence is at the forefront of this shift, with 52% of respondents saying they, their team or organisation has adopted AI for work purposes.

Artificial intelligence is driving efficiency and productivity, and 14% of employers are already upskilling staff to leverage these tools. While early trends show team restructures (3%) and new roles emerging (2%), the impact is expected to grow significantly—seven in ten professionals believe their role will be affected by AI within the next five years.

Workplace dynamics are also changing. One in five professionals has full flexibility over where they work, while 28% are required on-site five days a week, increasing steadily since 2020. On average, employers mandate 2.9 office days, with regional variations. Over half of respondents (52%) say increasing return-to-office requirements would negatively impact them, a sentiment strongest among UK employees, women and mid-level professionals.

Job mobility is rising, with 46% of real estate professionals planning to change roles in 2026. Dissatisfaction with pay and benefits, limited career growth and poor cultural alignment are the leading reasons for those who will seek new opportunities.

52%

say they, their team or organisation have adopted AI for work purposes.

7 in 10

believe their role will be impacted by AI in the next five years.

1 in 2

professionals say they will be negatively impacted if return-to-office policies are increased.

46%

of real estate professionals say they are likely seek a new job in 2026.

FAQs Working in real estate

How is AI changing real estate roles?

Over half of professionals use AI at work, and 70% believe their role will be impacted within five years. Employers are investing in upskilling, while new roles and team restructures are beginning to emerge.
Are real estate professionals planning to change jobs in 2026?

Yes. 46% intend to move roles this year, driven by dissatisfaction with pay and benefits, limited career progression and poor cultural fit.
What is the average return-to-office requirement in real estate?

Employers mandate an average of 2.9 office days per week. One in five professionals have full flexibility, while 28% are required on-site five days a week.
How do employees feel about increased office mandates?

52% say more mandatory office days would negatively affect them, with UK employees, women and mid-level professionals most impacted.
What factors influence job satisfaction in real estate?

Competitive salary, bonus potential, flexibility and strong company culture are key to retaining talent in a market where mobility is rising.

AI adoption by region and type of organisation in real estate

Over half of respondents claim they use AI at work, either individually, in their team or in organisation wide, excluding general usage of LLM tools.

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Impact of AI adoption in the real estate industry

AI adoption is boosting efficiency and productivity for many professionals. Currently, 14% of employers are upskilling staff for AI, while early trends show team restructures (3%) and new roles emerging (2%).

Number of work from office days by region

One in five professionals have full flexibility on where they work, while 28% are required on-site five days a week. On average, employers mandate 2.9 office days, with regional variations.

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Impact of increasing return-to-office policies by region and demographic

Over half of professionals (52%) say increasing return-to-office days would have a negative impact, while 36% are neutral and 12% see it as positive. UK employees, women and mid-level professionals report the most negative effects.

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Likelihood of moving jobs in 2026

46% of real estate professionals plan to change jobs in 2026. Those in permanent roles at development and construction firms are most likely to move, while professionals in the UK are less inclined to seek new opportunities.

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Motivations for seeking new opportunities

Among the professionals likely to seek a new role in 2026, the top reasons selected are dissatisfaction with pay and benefits, limited career growth, and poor alignment with company culture.

Hiring in Real Estate

Recruitment in the real estate sector is evolving as organisations compete for talent in a market defined by shifting priorities and skills shortages.

Bonus potential, alongside salary, is the most influential factor for professionals considering a new role, followed closely by workplace culture and leadership. These findings highlight the growing importance of holistic remuneration packages and cultural alignment in attracting top talent.

Specialist recruitment consultancies remain the most common route into real estate roles, with four in ten professionals placed through this channel in the past three years. While personal networks continue to play a role, they often limit access to a broader talent pool. For hiring managers, cultural fit and soft skills dominate the list of priorities, with 72% and 67% respectively ranking these as critical when assessing candidates.

However, sourcing individuals with the right technical skills remains the biggest challenge, cited by 65% of employers, followed by salary budget constraints at 51%. These trends underscore the need for strategic hiring practices that balance technical expertise with cultural compatibility.

Bonus potential

aside from salary, is the highest ranked factor professionals consider when looking at a new opportunity.

Recruitment consultancies

are the most common way those in real estate were placed in their role, above personal networks.

Work-culture fit

is the most important factor chosen by hiring managers.

65%

of real estate hiring managers say sourcing candidates with the right skills is their biggest challenge.

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FAQs: Hiring in real estate

How are most real estate professionals hired?

Specialist recruitment consultancies (like Macdonald & Company) lead the way, placing more candidates than personal networks or job boards. This approach offers access to a wider talent pool and targeted expertise.
What are the biggest challenges in hiring real estate talent?

Attracting candidates with the right skills or qualifications is the number one hurdle, reported by 65% of hiring managers. Salary budget constraints and cultural alignment also pose significant challenges.
What do professionals value most when considering a new role?

Bonus potential ranks highest after salary, with 55% of respondents citing it as a key factor. Workplace culture and the leadership in an organisation also feature prominently.
What matters most to hiring managers?

Culture fit is the top priority for 72% of organisations, followed by soft skills at 67%. These factors often outweigh technical qualifications in final hiring decisions.

Top considerations beyond salary in a new role

Respondents ranked the top five factors they value most in a new role beyond salary. Bonus potential (55%) and cultural fit (49%) lead the list, with company culture, workplace culture-fit and leadership also ranking highly.

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Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 5
1	Bonus / commission potential	54%
2	Workplace culture-fit	53%
3	Location	47%
4	Leadership team	46%
5	Flexible working	45%
6	Company reputation / values	44%
7	Job security	35%
8	Improved work-life balance	34%
9	Training / personal development	20%
10	Family-friendly policies	15%
11	Diversity of the organisation	6%
12	AI / tech integration	3%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 5
1	Bonus / commission potential	69%
2	Workplace culture-fit	64%
3	Leadership team	59%
4	Company reputation / values	49%
5	Location	43%
6	Flexible working	30%
7	Improved work-life balance	29%
8	Job security	27%
9	Training / personal development	21%
10	Good family-friendly policies	10%
11	Diversity of the organization	4%
12	AI / tech integration	3%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 5
1	Workplace culture-fit	56%
2	Bonus / commission potential	55%
3	Leadership team	53%
4	Company reputation / values	44%
5	Job security	40%
6	Flexible working	34%
7	Improved work-life balance	31%
8	Location	28%
9	Good family-friendly policies	22%
10	Training / personal development	20%
11	AI / tech integration	12%
12	Diversity of the organisation	8%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 5
1	Bonus / commission potential	65%
2	Leadership team	51%
3	Company reputation / values	46%
4	Flexible working	43%
5	Workplace culture-fit	39%
6	Location	37%
7	Training / personal development	27%
8	Improved work-life balance	25%
9	Job security	21%
10	Diversity of the organisation	12%
11	Good family-friendly policies	11%
12	AI / tech integration	6%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 5
1	Bonus / commission potential	51%
2	Job security	49%
3	Company reputation / values	44%
4	Workplace culture-fit	47%
5	Flexible working	46%
6	Improved work-life balance	42%
7	Leadership team	40%
8	Location	35%
9	Training / personal development	29%
10	Diversity of the organisation	19%
11	Family-friendly policies	14%
12	AI / tech integration	7%

How real estate professionals found their role

In the last three years, four in ten professionals found their real estate role through a specialist recruitment consultancy, while personal networks remain popular but can limit access to a broader talent pool.

Top priorities when hiring in real estate

Culture fit (72%) and soft skills (67%) rank as the top priorities for real estate organisations when hiring new employees.

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Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 3
1	Work-culture fit / alignment with company values	81%
2	Soft skills (E.g. communication, adaptability, etc.)	68%
3	Portfolio / work examples	45%
4	Years of experience	36%
5	Qualifications	28%
6	Former employers	9%
7	Educational background (school or university attended)	8%
8	Availability / notice period	4%
9	Other	5%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 3
1	Work-culture fit / alignment with company values	74%
2	Soft skills (E.g. communication, adaptability, etc.)	69%
3	Qualifications	65%
4	Years of experience	27%
5	Portfolio / work examples	23%
6	Educational background (school or university attended)	13%
7	Former employers	9%
8	Other	2%
9	Availability / notice period	1%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 3
1	Soft skills (E.g. communication, adaptability, etc.)	73%
2	Work-culture fit / alignment with company values	66%
3	Portfolio / work examples	47%
4	Qualifications	39%
5	Years of experience	34%
6	Educational background (school or university attended)	9%
7	Former employers	8%
8	Availability / notice period	7%
9	Other	6%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 3
1	Soft skills (E.g. communication, adaptability, etc.)	71%
2	Years of experience	26%
3	Work-culture fit / alignment with company values	67%
4	Qualifications	44%
5	Portfolio / work examples	36%
6	Educational background (school or university attended)	27%
7	Former employers	12%
8	Availability / notice period	3%
9	Other	4%

Rank	Factor	Chosen in Top 3
1	Work-culture fit / alignment with company values	64%
2	Soft skills (E.g. communication, adaptability, etc.)	62%
3	Years of experience	52%
4	Qualifications	37%
5	Portfolio / work examples	24%
6	Educational background (school or university attended)	22%
7	Former employers	11%
8	Availability / notice period	6%
9	Other	3%

Top challenges hiring in real estate

Hiring managers identified their top three challenges when hiring in real estate. Attracting candidates with the right skills or qualifications is the biggest hurdle (65%), followed by salary budget constraints (51%).

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Sentiments in Real Estate

Employee sentiment across the real estate sector has shifted notably in 2026. Salary has reclaimed its position as the top workplace priority, overtaking work-life balance for the first time since 2020. Flexibility remains critical, with professionals continuing to value the ability to work from home or the office, while job security has risen into the top five considerations.

Despite these priorities, overall sentiment has declined: only 49% of respondents say they feel valued in their current role, down from 59% last year. Regional differences are evident, with employees in the Middle East, UK and Europe reporting the highest levels of feeling valued, and seniority correlating positively. In the UK, women and ethnic minority professionals are less likely to feel valued compared to their counterparts.

Recognition of work and strong relationships with managers are the leading reasons professionals feel valued, while salary, limited career growth and company culture dominate the reasons for feeling undervalued. Notably, 40% of MD and Board-level executives cite company culture as the primary factor behind dissatisfaction.

Confidence in asset classes remains strong in operational sectors, with Data Centres and Industrial assets jointly leading, the former for the second consecutive year.

These findings highlight a market where remuneration, flexibility and organisational culture are central to retaining and attracting talent.

Salary

takes the top spot once again, before work-life balance as the most valued factor at work.

49%

of professionals in real estate say they feel valued, down from 59% last year.

Recognition of work & relationships

with managers jointly lead in the main reason why professionals feel valued.

Data Centres & Industrial

sectors have the highest vote of confidence in 2026.

FAQs: Sentiments in real estate

What is the top workplace priority for real estate professionals in 2026?

Salary has reclaimed the number one spot as the most important factor for professionals, overtaking work-life balance for the first time since 2020. Flexibility and job security also rank highly.
How valued do real estate professionals feel in their current roles?

Only 49% of respondents say they feel valued in 2026, a decline from 59% last year. Sentiment varies by region, with the Middle East, UK and Europe reporting the highest levels of feeling valued.
What factors make employees feel valued in their real estate role?

Recognition of work and strong relationships with managers are the leading reasons professionals feel valued. These factors consistently outrank salary and benefits.
Why do some real estate rofessionals feel undervalued in their role?

Salary, limited career growth and company culture are the main reasons for feeling undervalued. Among senior leaders, 40% cite company culture as the biggest concern.
Which real estate asset classes (or sectors) inspire the most confidence in 2026?

Data Centres and Industrial assets lead for the second consecutive year, reflecting strong demand and resilience in these sectors.

Top attributes valued in current roles by region and demographic

Respondents chose up to three most important factors to them in their current role. After salary, work-life balance stands out as a key priority, driven by flexibility to work from home or the office. Job security has also risen into the top five considerations.

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How valued real estate professionals feel in their role

Sentiment has dropped from 59% last year to 49%. Employees in the Middle East, UK and Europe feel most valued, with seniority correlating positively. In the UK, women and ethnic minority employees report feeling less valued than their counterparts.

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Why do you feel valued?

Across real estate roles, feeling valued is most strongly linked to recognition for work and positive relationships with managers.

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Why do you feel undervalued?

Salary, limited career growth and company culture are the main reasons real estate professionals feel undervalued, with company culture cited by 40% of MD/Board-level executives as the leading factor.

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Confidence in real estate sectors in 2026

Data centres lead for the second consecutive year, sharing the top spot with the industrial sector for highest confidence levels.

Our data

The Macdonald & Company Salary, Rewards and Sentiments survey report has been conducted annually for 26 years.

The survey captures insights from professionals across real estate and related sectors who work with investors, developers and operators.

Each year, it generates 3,000–6,000 responses, complemented by over 8,000 salary records drawn from our database of placements, job instructions and candidate data from the past 12 months. This combination delivers a robust and unique understanding of salary benchmarks, career progression and sentiment trends.

In addition to core questions on salary, bonuses and benefits, the survey explores emerging themes shaping the industry. This year, the focus is on how real estate roles are evolving: from early adoption of artificial intelligence in the workplace to the implementation of return-to-office policies. Other key topics include shifting economic sentiment and the impact of the cost of living.

Data summary

Breakdown of insights based on 11,984 data points.

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Exchange rates

Global salary comparisons have been converted from local currencies to USD using exchange rates published on 31st November 2025, as quoted by xe.com and ft.com.

Currency	Exchange rate
AED to USD	0.27
AUS to USD	0.6466
CHF to USD	1.24
CNY to USD	0.14
EUR to USD	1.15
GBP to USD	1.31
HKD to USD	0.13
IDR to USD	0.00006
JPY to USD	0.0066
KES to USD	0.0077
KRW to USD	0.0007
MUR to USD	0.022
MYR to USD	0.24
SAR to USD	0.2666
SGD to USD	0.76
THB to USD	0.0308
TWD to USD	0.032
ZAR to USD	0.058

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Real estate in 2026 treads a complex landscape shaped by global economic uncertainty, shifting geopolitical dynamics, and persistent fluctuations in interest rates and inflation.

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Where in the world does real estate pay the most?

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How does pay by specialism in real estate measure up globally?

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Average salary increase by country

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UK Salaries

£70,000

£10,000

20%

2.5

FAQs: UK Real Estate Salaries

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U.S. Salaries

$150,000

$35,000

23%

3.2

FAQs: U.S. Real Estate Salaries

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Asia-Pacific Salaries

US$ 114,000

US$ 18,000

33%

3.3

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Germany Salaries

€81,000

€14,000

33%

2.8

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R 35,000

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