Struggling to Set the Right Salary? How M’asian HR Are Using AI to Stay Competitive

For HR teams and employers in Malaysia, one question always comes up during hiring:

“Is this salary too low… or too high?”

If the salary is too low, good candidates won’t apply.

If it’s too high, budgets become an issue and approvals take longer.

So what do most of us do?

Check other job ads
Google “average salary in Malaysia”
Guess based on past hires

But the truth is.. this takes time, and the answers are rarely clear.

That’s why the AJobThing AI Salary Estimator was created.

The Real Salary Problem for Malaysian HR

Based on Randstad’s research, the biggest hiring challenges in 2025 are skill shortages (56%) and difficulty matching salary expectations (47%).

Source: Randstad

This reflects what many HR teams in Malaysia are facing today:

No clear salary benchmark for many roles
Different salary data from different sources
Candidates asking for higher pay
Hiring delays due to approval processes

At the same time, most Malaysian jobseekers look at salary first before applying. If the pay feels too low or unclear, they simply skip the job ad.

With salary expectations changing fast, especially for SMEs and high-demand roles, employers need better data and faster decisions to stay competitive.

How Employers Can Keep Up with Market Competition

To stay competitive in the Malaysian job market, employers need to know what the market is paying now, not last year.

Here’s what helps:

Check Market Salary Before Posting a Job

This helps avoid setting a salary that is already below what candidates expect.

Compare with Similar Roles in the Same Industry

Salary for the same position can differ by industry, company size, and experience level.

Review Salary Regularly, Not Only During Hiring

When market pay increases, outdated salary ranges make it harder to attract good talent.

Over time, this can also lead to employee resignation, especially when staff find out they are paid below market for similar roles elsewhere.

Regular salary reviews help employers:

Stay competitive
Reduce unnecessary turnover
Retain good performers

Use Data, Not Assumptions

Relying only on past hires or internal salary data can cause employers to fall behind competitors.

That’s why more Malaysian employers are turning to data-based tools, to stay aligned with market competition without overspending.

How AJobThing AI Helps You Set Salary with Confidence

With suggested salary with AI, you no longer need to guess.

The system uses real market data and industry insights to guide your salary decisions.

Here’s how it helps:

Instant Salary Benchmark

See whether your salary range matches current market standards in Malaysia.

Know What Other Companies Are Paying

Get a clearer idea of what similar companies are offering for the same role.

AI Salary Suggestions

AJobThing AI provides data-based suggestions for:

Basic salary
Incentives
Bonuses

So your offer stays competitive.

Clear Feedback, Right Away

The system tells you instantly if your salary is:

Too Low, or
Perfect

Based on 3–5 years of experience requirements.

Simple. Clear. No second-guessing.

Why This Matters for Malaysian Employers

When salary is set correctly from the start:

More suitable candidates apply
Less back-and-forth during salary negotiation
Faster hiring process
Better first impression with candidates

And when salary stays aligned with the market:

Employees feel valued
Retention improves
Unplanned resignations reduce

In short, the right salary helps you hire and keep the right people.

Watch the Video Before You Set Your Next Salary

Many HR teams in Malaysia only realise one thing too late, their salary offer is below market.

By the time candidates reject the offer or stop replying, weeks have already been wasted.

This short video shows how Malaysian HR teams can:

Check salary against real market data
Spot “too low” salary before posting the job
Adjust salary confidently, without guessing

Start with the Right Salary

A good hire starts with the right salary — not after trial and error.

If you want to attract better candidates, reduce hiring delays, and improve retention, AJobThing AI can help.