Since the retreat of inflation from nearly 10% 2 years ago to just over 1% today, wages have risen in real terms over the past year. They look set to do so this year again according to the latest salary guide from Morgan McKinley. But pay rises overall will be more modest at 2 to 3%.  In terms of who is earning the most. If you work in technology, finance, compliance or construction then you will have the upper hand when haggling with your boss.  The problem though is that only a fifth of employers publish salary ranges.

All to discuss with Trayc Keevens is the Global FDI Director with the Irish owned Morgan McKinley Consultants.